Mechnical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer / Robotics Engineer / Mechanical Designer required to join a robotics and automated equipment business near Bedford.

The Mechanical Design Engineer / Robotics Engineer / Mechanical Designer would suit someone with a Degree, HND or HNC in Mechanical Engineering with experience in mechanical design, ideally in robots, machine design, robotics, automated machinery, conveyors, custom machines, mechanical systems, gears, actuators, motion components or similar.

You'll design mechanical components and assemblies in SolidWorks, create 3D models, 2D drawings, and BOMs, and work with electrical and software teams to deliver integrated robotic systems. The position covers the full product lifecycle from concept design and feasibility through to prototyping, testing, and manufacturing support.

Package:

• £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience
• Paid overtime
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Cycle to work and pension schemes
• Monday to Thursday 8am to 5pm, Friday 8am to 1pm

Key Responsibilities:

• Design robots, machine design, robotics, automated machinery, custom machines, conveyors, mechanical systems using 3D CAD (SolidWorks)
• Create Bill of Materials (BOMs)
• Collaborate with software and electrical teams to deliver integrated solutions
• Conduct design reviews, feasibility studies, and tolerance analysis
• Support prototyping, testing, and mechanical system validation
• Generate and maintain engineering documentation
• Liaise with various engineering departments
• Office based near Bedford

Requirements:

• Degree, HND or HNC in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Mechanical design experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer / Robotics Engineer / Mechanical Designer or similar
• 3D CAD experience - Solidworks beneficial
• Knowledge of robots, machine design, robotics, automated machinery, custom machines, conveyors, mechanical systems, gears, actuators, motion components or similar
• Commutable to the office near Bedford