What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate / Early Careers NPI Engineer position at Alloyed?
Company Overview
Alloyed is a young venture-funded company built with world-class metallurgists, mechanical engineers, technicians, and software developers. Operating from our HQ in the UK but also globally, we are building the future of advanced metal components. Our innovative approach integrates proprietary software that combines advanced machine learning and physical modelling with extensive experimental facilities, enabling us to 3D print metal components more efficiently and effectively than anyone else.
Our facilities in Yarnton and Abingdon, near Oxford, are dedicated to establishing the world’s fastest, smartest, and best-equipped environment for the rapid development of additively manufactured parts and the creation of novel metal alloys for enhanced performance.
We serve a variety of sectors including electronics, aerospace, and industrial by leveraging our cutting-edge technology to build businesses across diverse markets, each with unique requirements, timelines, customers, and cultures.
Role Overview
Alloyed is seeking a talented Graduate / Early Careers new product introduction (NPI) Engineer to join our team and drive the development of additive manufacturing components.
This role combines technical expertise in manufacturing processes, product design, and project management to deliver innovative solutions for our clients. You'll work at the forefront of AM technology, optimizing designs from concept through production while ensuring the highest quality standards.
Responsibilities
New Product Introduction
Alloyed is a young venture-funded company of around 200 world-class Metallurgists, Mechanical Engineers, Technicians, and Software Developers working across offices in the UK and worldwide, building the future of advanced metal components.
We use proprietary software packages and extensive experimental facilities to 3D-print metal components better and faster than anyone else.
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Alloyed is a young venture-funded company built with world-class metallurgists, mechanical engineers, technicians, and software developers. Operating from our HQ in the UK but also globally, we are building the future of advanced metal components. Our innovative approach integrates proprietary software that combines advanced machine learning and physical modelling with extensive experimental facilities, enabling us to 3D print metal components more efficiently and effectively than anyone else.
Our facilities in Yarnton and Abingdon, near Oxford, are dedicated to establishing the world’s fastest, smartest, and best-equipped environment for the rapid development of additively manufactured parts and the creation of novel metal alloys for enhanced performance.
We serve a variety of sectors including electronics, aerospace, and industrial by leveraging our cutting-edge technology to build businesses across diverse markets, each with unique requirements, timelines, customers, and cultures.
Role Overview
Alloyed is seeking a talented Graduate / Early Careers new product introduction (NPI) Engineer to join our team and drive the development of additive manufacturing components.
This role combines technical expertise in manufacturing processes, product design, and project management to deliver innovative solutions for our clients. You'll work at the forefront of AM technology, optimizing designs from concept through production while ensuring the highest quality standards.
Responsibilities
New Product Introduction
- Implement DfM principles including adding machining stock for CNC operations, chemical milling allowances, and comprehensive fixturing strategies
- Develop optimal build orientations, design support strategies, and generate build layouts to maximize efficiency and quality of AM components using a mix of Alloyed's integrated AM software platform and commercially available software
- Apply distortion compensation algorithms to increase accuracy of AM components
- Surface Treatment Development: Coordinate with manufacturing development function to optimize post-processing workflows to achieve required surface finishes and meet GD&T specifications
- Design precision fixtures and collaborate with internal CNC function and external CNC suppliers to ensure optimal product dimensional accuracy. Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on production feedback and coordinate metrology integration
- Develop comprehensive measurement strategies using GOM, CMM, Alicona, OGP, and CT scanning technologies. Define metrology routine specifications and develop fixtures while analysing and reporting critical dimensional data. Coordinate with metrology engineering to ensure metrology programs meet the requirements
- Produce detailed 2D engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications. Interpret customer drawings and specifications
- Provide hands-on technical support to manufacturing and operations teams as needed
- Stakeholder Communication: Document and report results to key internal and external stakeholders
- Supply Chain Coordination: Oversee outsourcing suppliers and contractors to ensure project delivery
- Cost Management: Contribute to NPI costing activities and projections
- Bachelor's, Master's, in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or related technical discipline
- Proficiency in CAD/CAE software packages (e.g. SolidWorks, Autodesk Fusion or similar)
- Excellent problem-solving ability and capability to convert complex data into actions with practical solutions
- Willingness to get hands on with manufacturing processes
- Experience with statistical analysis tools for large dataset interpretation
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Strong documentation and reporting capabilities
- Detail-oriented approach with structured problem-solving methodology
- Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams within fast-paced, dynamic environments
- Previous hands-on manufacturing experience in aerospace, automotive, or advanced manufacturing industries
- Experience with Rhino/Grasshopper for parametric design and optimization
- Knowledge of additive manufacturing processes and post-processing techniques
- Knowledge of quality control principles, lean manufacturing methodologies, and Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- Strong understanding of GD&T principles and ability to create/interpret complex technical drawings
- Familiarity with advanced metrology and inspection techniques
Alloyed is a young venture-funded company of around 200 world-class Metallurgists, Mechanical Engineers, Technicians, and Software Developers working across offices in the UK and worldwide, building the future of advanced metal components.
We use proprietary software packages and extensive experimental facilities to 3D-print metal components better and faster than anyone else.
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