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Location – Malvern, UK – Onsite

Role benefits – Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits + holiday (plus public holidays) + Pension Scheme, and more!

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to play a key role in developing next-generation scientific instrumentation.

In this role, you will take a proactive, hands-on approach to designing mechanical system architectures, collaborating across disciplines to solve complex challenges. You will deliver robust mechanical, thermal, and opto-mechanical solutions that drive the creation of cutting-edge particle characterisation products.

What you will bring to the role

• Design & Innovation – Deliver innovative mechanical and opto-mechanical designs, precision mechanisms, thermal management solutions, and robust hardware for advanced scientific instrumentation.
• System Development – Translate customer, application, and product requirements into reliable mechanical system architectures, ensuring precision, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Engineering Excellence – Lead 3D CAD modelling, GD&T, DFM/DFA/FMEA processes, and prototype/test mechanical elements (vibration, alignment, life testing) to ensure performance and reliability.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work closely with optical, electronic, software, and manufacturing teams to integrate subsystems, validate performance, and deliver high-quality products.
• Supplier & Manufacturing Support – Specify materials and processes, guide suppliers/contract manufacturers through validation and build phases, and liaise with operations to ensure smooth production transfer.
• Continuous Improvement & Knowledge Sharing – Keep up to date with emerging technologies, contribute to internal/external training, and support problem-solving across product lifecycles.

About you

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics, or equivalent experience; chartership/accreditation desirable.
• 5+ years in new product development, ideally in scientific instruments or multi-dipisciplinary technologies; regulated environment experience a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with experience in modelling, simulation, prototyping, and experimental validation.
• Proficient in 3D CAD (Solid Edge/SolidWorks), GD&T, and mechanical processes (sheet metal, machining, plastics); knowledge of DfX principles.
• Experience with FEA, thermal management, and simulation software (ANSYS suite preferred); familiarity with PLM and project planning tools
• Skilled at working in cross-functional teams, leading DFA/FMEA activities, and effectively conveying complex technical concepts.

Why you should join us

• Be a part of an ambitious, fast-growing, international company with a friendly and inclusive culture.
• Drive growth within a leading global organisation whose purpose is to work with our customers, to make the world a better place
• Be a key member of our team in our amazing offices
• Gym discounts
• Volunteering days and much more

About Us

Malvern Panalytical, Micromeritics and SciAps, part of the Spectris Group, are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive and achieve a fulfilling career. Changing the world isn’t something you can do on your own, or with a single way of thinking; it takes a wide collection of experiences, stories, knowledge, and expertise. We encourage applications from underrepresented individuals and people with diverse backgrounds. Although we always select the most qualified applicant for each role and make all decisions without regard to race, sex, age, or any other protected class, we are an inclusive, equal opportunity organization that prizes diversity. Your unique perspective is important to us.