118 jobs for “Mechanical Design Engineer”
Own the hardware test methodology for a humanoid robot platform, defining component, subsystem and whole-robot tests and running them hands-on on early prototypes. Partner with automation, manufacturing and quality teams to translate methods into production test rigs, in-process checks and traceable acceptance criteria from EVT toward production.
Jira · X-Ray · TestRail +7
Own the hardware test methodology for a humanoid robot platform, defining component, subsystem and whole-robot tests from bench actuators to full walking integration sequences. Hands-on role: bring up prototypes, root-cause failures, and specify fixtures, jigs and production test requirements with Manufacturing Engineering and Quality. Sets pass/fail criteria, tolerances and traceable test data as the programme moves from EVT to production.
Jira · X-Ray · TestRail +7
Kingston University · 1001–5000 people · University
Teach and develop robotics engineering and AI modules across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, covering robot modelling, motion planning, biologically inspired robotics, digital systems and mechanical design. Includes module leadership, project supervision and curriculum development, with research expected in the field. Based at the Roehampton Vale engineering campus, joining a department focused on hands-on, industry-relevant learning.
Ocado · 501–1000 people · Public
Owns the product strategy and roadmap for the bot, battery and charger fleet that drives grid movement in Ocado's automated warehouses, working at the intersection of hardware, firmware, wireless and cloud software. Leads discovery, business cases and global rollout with engineering, manufacturing and partner teams, where small changes scale across every site.
Ocado Smart Platform · ASRS
Acorn by Synergie
Lead automation delivery across major capital projects, owning the full lifecycle from concept and detailed PLC/SCADA design through FAT/SAT, installation, commissioning and handover. Manage system integrators and EPC contractors, produce specifications and RFQs, and facilitate HAZOP, LOPA and SIL safety studies in a heavy industrial steel environment.
Siemens S7 · TIA Portal · WinCC +3
Osprey Engineering Solutions
Owns delivery of bespoke engineered equipment, turning released designs, drawings and bills of materials into build and installation plans. Manages purchasing, subcontract manufacture, machining, assembly, testing, delivery and site acceptance, leading workshop teams, fitters, installers and machinists across several concurrent jobs. A new leadership role in a growing in-house manufacturing function, with hands-on workshop and customer site work including occasional overnight stays.
ERP · MRP
Mansell Recruitment Group
Hands-on workshop role building and wiring bespoke low-voltage control panels (110–600V AC, 24V DC) for industrial machinery, including PLC/HMI systems from Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley and Siemens. Involves reading electrical schematics, terminating components, cable routing, continuity testing and collaborating with design and test engineers.
PLC · HMI · Mitsubishi +6
Osprey Engineering Solutions
Provide expert technical support for electrical and automation products across European subsidiaries, combining PLC set-up and programming, customer application support, product testing and technical training. The role sits within an expanding European Technical Centre focused on electric actuator design, with occasional travel to support customers and attend exhibitions.
TIA Portal · TwinCAT · Studio 5000 +5
Wynne Consulting
Your core tasks will include* Assisting with the execution of industrial automation projects from design through to installation / commissioning* Mechanical and electrical assembly* Robot programming (online and offline)* PMC/HMI/PLC programming* Commissioning and fault finding (electrical, mechanical and pneumatic systems)*…
Autodiscovery · 11–50 people · Series A
Lead the design and deployment of autonomous robotic systems, owning software architecture across perception, planning and control. Work spans prototyping, simulation and field testing, integrating with hardware teams while mentoring engineers and shaping technical roadmaps. Requires depth in C++, ROS2, SLAM and real-time systems.
ROS · ROS2 · Gazebo +1
SC ENGINEERING
Designs, integrates and develops industrial automation and test systems, covering PLC software (ideally Bosch Rexroth), MATLAB/Simulink modelling, PID tuning and data acquisition. Also involves electrical schematics, sensor and actuator selection, and UKCA/CE and EMC compliance work across mechanical, electrical and controls disciplines.
Bosch Rexroth · MATLAB · Simulink
Meridian Business Support
The Control Systems Engineer will design and develop electrical control systems for advanced machine tooling equipment, producing technical documentation and leading system optimisation and integration projects. This role involves close collaboration with OEMs and cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and performance across UK and EU markets. The engineer will also support troubleshooting efforts and lead commissioning activities for new and upgraded machinery systems.
ACS Performance
Hands-on role taking ownership of UAV development from concept to flight-ready hardware, designing and integrating airframes, actuators, power systems and sensors. Joining as a founding engineering hire at an early-stage UK defence company building passive drone detection and interceptor technology, working on-site near Market Harborough.
Dyson
Lead aerodynamic development of next-generation Dyson Digital Motors, using high-fidelity CFD and flow-field analysis to drive simulation-led design from concept to production. Work within a small aero-acoustic-thermal team, championing experimental validation at ultra-small scales and mentoring junior engineers.
Ansys CFD · ANSYS CFX · ANSYS Fluent +5
Renishaw
Design, develop and commission PLC and HMI control systems for production machinery and automated equipment, integrating robotics, motion control, drives and industrial networks. Work across the full project lifecycle in a multidisciplinary team, supporting safety assessments, FAT, installation and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment.
PLC · HMI · Robotics +2
