Contract Mechanical Design Engineer - SolidWorks | Sub-Micron Motion | Prototyping Location: CambridgeRate: £300 - £350 a dayContract: 18 MonthsStart: August/September A leading research team is seeking a Contract Mechanical Engineer to design, prototype and assemble high-precision mechanical systems for cutting-edge Randamp;D. You''ll work on complex motion systems requiring sub-micron accuracy, collaborating across photonics, optics, machine learning, and electronics. This role suits someone hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable iterating quickly in a fast-paced, agile environment. Key Skills Required: Expert in SolidWorks (incl. PDM) Precision motion systems design andamp; sub-micron alignment 3D printing, light machining, prototyping Tolerancing andamp; production-ready specifications Desirable: Optical systems (free-space, fibre/waveguide) CAM for CNC machining Simulation tools (eg ANSYS) Experience: 5-8+ years in mechanical engineering, or equivalent degree-based Pathway (BSc/MSc/PhD) Role Summary: Design, test, and iterate prototype systems Translate evolving requirements into robust mechanical solutions Collaborate closely across research disciplines Contribute to a fail-fast, rapid development culture ..... full job details .....