Manufacturing Engineer

Novanta Inc.; Taunton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work on cutting-edge technologies

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Novanta Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Taunton to design and develop precision mechanical components. You will use CAD tools like SolidWorks to create engineering drawings and lead validation activities, ensuring high-quality outcomes in manufacturing.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering, have strong experience in precision design, and possess analytical skills for problem-solving. Join us to work on cutting-edge technologies within a collaborative engineering culture.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with precision design and tolerance analysis.
• Proficiency in CAD tools, preferably SolidWorks.
• Experience in a precision manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop precision mechanical components using CAD tools.
• Produce detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Lead validation activities from planning to data analysis.
• Collaborate to improve process capability and product performance.
• Conduct root cause analysis on complex issues.

Skills

Precision design

GD&T

Tolerance analysis

Analytical mindset

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Mechanical Engineer – Precision Engineering

Location: Taunton (On-site)

What you will be doing:

• Design and develop precision mechanical components using CAD tools such as SolidWorks.
• Produce detailed engineering drawings, tolerance stacks, and technical documentation to support manufacturing and quality requirements.
• Lead validation activities, from test planning to data analysis and interpretation.
• Work closely with manufacturing, quality, and suppliers to improve process capability and product performance.
• Drive root cause analysis on complex issues across prototype and production stages.
• Contribute to design reviews, providing clear and practical engineering recommendations.

What you will bring:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong experience with precision design, GD&T, and tolerance analysis.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred).
• Experience working in a precision manufacturing or high‑complexity production environment.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving capability.
• Hands‑on approach and the ability to collaborate across functions.

Why Join Novanta?

• Work on cutting‑edge technologies used in healthcare, robotics, and advanced manufacturing.
• Be part of a team focused on precision, quality, and innovation.
• Opportunity to influence both design and manufacturing outcomes.
• Collaborative, engineering‑led culture with real impact on end products.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.

We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, for example with applications, interviews, or assessments, please inform Talent Acquisition Partner. We will work with you to understand your needs and make appropriate arrangements so you can perform at your best.

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