Mechanical 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 1pmKey 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 BedfordRequirements:

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