Engineers

Job Opportunity: Mechanical Engineers \& Plastics Specialists (Injection / Blow Moulding)

Primarily 9am to 5pm

Location: Bromborough, Wirral

Position Type: Full\-Time, Permanent

Department: Engineering \& Manufacturing

About Us

Microspec designs, develops, and delivers high\-quality microbiological consumables worldwide. As we expand our production capacity we are seeking talented Mechanical Engineers and Moulding Specialists (Injection \& Blow Moulding) to join our small and dynamic team.

Whether your strengths are in machine optimisation, or full\-scale mechanical systems, we have a place for you to build a great career.

Available Roles \& Core Responsibilities

We are currently hiring for multiple positions

1\. Mechanical Engineers

You will be the backbone of our equipment reliability and automation systems reporting directly to the Engineering Manager

• Lead Continuous Improvement (CI) projects to increase line efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize downtime.


• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.


• Manage capital expenditure (CapEx) projects from concept validation through to commissioning.

You will own the plastics manufacturing process, ensuring our tooling and moulding parameters deliver flawless precision.

• Set up, program, and optimize technical parameters for injection and/or blow moulding machinery such as Arburg, Fanuc and Sepro.


• Lead new product introductions (NPI) by trialing new tooling, troubleshooting defects (warpage, flashing, sink marks), and sign\-off on production.


• Optimize cycle times and material usage while maintaining strict quality and safety standards.


• Perform tool trials, modifications, and collaborate with toolmakers on design improvements.

Qualifications \& Experience:

• Degree or Equivalent: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Polymer Science, or a relevant technical discipline (or equivalent hands\-on industry experience/apprenticeship).


• For Mechanical Roles: 3\+ years of experience in a high\-volume manufacturing environment, with strong root\-cause analysis skills.


• For Moulding Roles: Proven expertise specifically in injection moulding or extrusion blow moulding, or Strong knowledge of polymer behavior is highly desired.


• Tech Savvy: Familiarity automated robotics (e.g., 6\-axis or Cartesian robots used in part extraction) is a major plus.

• A meticulous eye for detail and a passion for problem\-solving.


• A collaborative mindset—you will be working closely with tooling, quality, and production teams.


• Adaptability to handle shifting priorities in a fast\-paced environment.

• Competitive Salary: depending on experience.


• Career Growth: This is an extremely good opportunity for the right people to join a rapidly expanding manufacturing business and develop a great long\-term career


• Work Environment: Relaxed pleasant work environment.

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting your experience with mechanical systems or moulding technologies to careers@microspec.org

Microspec is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Pay: £24,420\.00\-£40,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

• On\-site parking

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