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Company Overview
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated delivers advanced technology solutions for high-reliability industrial growth markets including:
- Aerospace and defense
- Factory automation
- Environmental monitoring (air and water quality)
- Electronics and oceanographic research
- Deepwater oil and gas exploration
- Medical imaging and pharmaceutical research
Known as industry leaders, Teledyne drives innovation and excellence with sense of mission employees who thrive on impact and the energy of a winning team.
Opportunity: Mechanical Design Engineer
Company: Qioptiq Ltd. (an Excelitas company)
Qioptiq provides market-leading optronic solutions for Defense and Aerospace, with expertise in:
- Head-up displays for commercial airliners
- Helmet-mounted displays for 4th and 5th-generation fast jets
- Night vision systems for ground troops
- Advanced electro-optics for airborne, maritime, and land vehicles
The role is based at the North Wales site, where mechanical design excellence meets high integrity and innovation.
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Job Outline
A Mechanical Design Engineer will join our dynamic engineering team, taking responsibility for designing mechanical solutions aligned with business requirements—making a tangible impact on precision manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
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Ensuring quality & dimensional accuracy Design components to tolerance standards and production deadlines, with support from Senior Technicians under company protocols.
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Tooling & Preparation Select, inspect, and prepare tooling for high-precision manufacturing, minimizing costly component losses through efficiency and rework optimization.
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Process excellence Maintain optimal quality throughout production stages via inspection, adjustment, and machinery calibrations. Conduct rework on damaged components to reduce waste. Instruct team members in safe, effective machinery use.
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Efficiency & Maintenance Set up machinery to ensure smooth, effective production. Clean and maintain workstations and equipment according to industry standards.
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- Business Improvement Participate in process efficiency and quality initiatives to support ongoing growth.
Personal Specification
Essential:
- Industry experience in manufacturing
- Strong mechanical aptitude with a solid grasp of mechanical principles.
Desirable:
- NVQ Level 3 / A-Levels equivalent.
- Foundational knowledge in both conventional and CNC machining.
- Familiarity with AS9100 industry standards (defense/aerospace compliance).
- Flexibility to adapt to evolving requirements.
Company Ethos
Teledyne UTC realities: Ethical standards guide all actions. We expect all employees to adhere to laws, regulations, and high ethical practices—just as our innovative technologies inspire trust.
This opportunity is for those who seek at making transformational contributions while securing their place within a culturally integrated, award-winning team. #QioptiqUTTONNOW
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