Product Development Specialist - Additive Manufacturing

About the Project
The Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Innovation Centre (AMMIC) brings together world leading research facilities and expertise to stimulate new investment in research and development (R&D) to address regional and national materials and manufacturing challenges.

The AMMIC project is funded through the UK Government's Investment Zone programme. It is a £5M project that is focused on supporting industry with research and innovation activities. The AMMIC Investment Zone programme is positioned to develop business-university innovation focused on advanced manufacturing and sustainable materials development. This includes additive manufacturing, surface engineering, metamaterials, and materials for ‘green' energy.

AMMIC will provide a one port of call for innovation-ready businesses to access technological expertise and capacity building to embed and exploit the technologies for long-term growth. AMMIC will build expertise and capability that will deliver benefit to the Greater Manchester region. Prof Peter Kelly, Prof Carl Diver and Prof Jennie Shorley are leading this project.

About the Role & Team
In this specific role you will work in the PrintCity team at Manchester Metropolitan University. The award winning PrintCity is one of the UK's leading digital manufacturing facilities and you will get to work with some cutting-edge technology alongside some wonderful colleagues. Your job title will be Product Development Specialist - Additive Manufacturing. This is a wonderful position for a candidate with ambition, drive, a passion for technology and who is highly self-motivated.

Key Responsibilities
As a Product Development Specialist, you will:

• Undertake research in Additive Manufacturing and digital technologies.
• Engage with companies to develop a project scope and brief, and collaborate to deliver on the research and innovation projects.
• Report project outcomes to AMMIC stakeholders.
• Lead activities and guide the team on running the industrial Additive Manufacturing equipment as well as ensuring the space and equipment are maintained to a high standard.
• Work with the University procurement team on purchasing equipment.
• Project budget management.
• Promote the activity of the project at external events, through presentations or running workshops.

Key Skills & Experiences
As a Product Development Specialist, you will:

• Be highly skilled in using Additive Manufacturing technologies such as FDM, SLS, SLA, DLP, MJF, Polyjet.
• Have experience of using a range of scanning equipment and scanning software to a high level.
• Have experience of running an additive manufacturing facility and guiding a technical team in the efficient running of the space.
• Have experience of programming and operating robots.
• Have experience of 3D Modelling software such as Fusion.
• Have experience of operating CNC equipment or a willingness to undertake training.
• Have experience of running workshops.
• Have experience of successful delivery of research & innovation projects with industry across a wide range of sectors.
• Have an understanding of compliance with funding programmes.
• Be an excellent communicator with the ability to discuss effectively both on a technical and strategic level.
• Be a good team player.

To learn more about role and requirements, please read the Job Description (available on the university's website, accessed by the 'Apply' button).

If you would like to join our people and share our ambition, we would love to hear from you!

Application & Assessment Process:

• To apply, please submit cover letter (1 page) and CV (2-3 pages) detailing your suitability. In the cover letter, please include evidence of your advanced design skills.
• Please be aware that only applications including a cover letter may be considered at shortlisting stage.
• Those shortlisted for interview will be expected to complete a task on the day, details of which will be provided in advance.
• Interviews will be held in the w/c 05 January 2026.
• For informal enquiries, about this vacancy, please contact Prof Carl Diver on c.diver@mmu.ac.uk.

We believe in working together, sharing knowledge and valuing everyone's contributions. Develop your skills, further your knowledge and be part of a team who are transforming lives, every single day!

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from local and international communities, including those from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the Job Description for that vacancy.

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