Mechanical Design Engineer - Robotics

Mechanical Design Engineer - Robotics

I'm searching for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a growing team with a robotics start-up is on the cutting edge of AI and automation, where your expertise will power the future of robots and push technological boundaries.

What you'll do:

• Mechanical Design: Develop components and systems for humanoid robots, including body structures, joints, grippers, and end-effectors using CAD software.
• Kinematics & Dynamics: Design robotic mechanisms and linkages for precise motion and manipulation, applying kinematic and dynamic principles.
• Material Selection: Choose the right materials and manufacturing processes, balancing strength, weight, cost, and performance.
• Optimisation: Optimise designs for efficiency, reliability, and performance, considering factors like payload, speed, and power consumption.
• Prototyping: Build prototypes to test and validate designs, ensuring functionality and feasibility.
• Assembly & Integration: Assemble mechanical components into robotic systems, working closely with electrical engineers and software developers.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure designs meet safety standards, conducting risk assessments and integrating necessary safety features.
• Testing & Validation: Perform mechanical testing to ensure performance and durability, iterating on designs as needed.
• Documentation: Create detailed design documentation, including technical drawings, BOMs, and assembly instructions.
• Collaboration: Work alongside cross-functional teams to achieve project goals and meet deadlines.

Your background:

• Mechanical Engineering: Strong foundation in mechanical principles, including statics, dynamics, and machine design.
• CAD Software: Proficient in CAD tools (eg, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, CATIA) for modelling, simulation, and design analysis.
• Kinematics & Dynamics: Experience with robotic kinematics, trajectory planning, and motion control.
• Material Science: Knowledge of materials used in robotics, including metals, plastics, and composites.
• Manufacturing Processes: Familiar with CNC machining, 3D printing, and other fabrication techniques.
• Prototyping Skills: Hands-on experience with rapid prototyping tools and techniques.
• Safety Engineering: Understanding of safety standards (eg, ISO 10218, ISO 13849) and risk assessment practices.
• Attention to Detail: High precision in mechanical design and documentation.

Offices based in London - hybrid working.

Relocation opportunities available.

Competitive salary +equity + benefits.

Join this team as they redefine the future of work, building robots that not only fill critical labour gaps but also unlock human potential in ways we never thought possible.

If you're a top-tier engineer excited by the prospect of driving AI innovation in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.

Lawrence Harvey is acting as an Employment Business in regards to this position.