Senior Mechanical Engineer

Universal Robots; Odense Kommune; On-site; DKK 750,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Teradyne Robotics in Odense, Denmark seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to drive the next generation of collaborative robots. You will lead mechanical development from concept to launch, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and translate ideas into robust, cost-effective products used worldwide. The ideal candidate holds a B.Sc.

or M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years in product development, strong 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred), DFMEA/DFM/DFA, and experience validating designs.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical product development, preferably within R&D environments.
• Strong knowledge of machine design and mechanical engineering fundamentals.
• Experience with 3D CAD and technical drawings (SolidWorks preferred).
• Hands-on experience with DFMEA, DFM, DFA, and other design-quality methodologies.
• Knowledge of verification, validation, and test development.
• Understanding of tolerance analysis, manufacturing processes.
• Experience working in cross-functional development teams and coordinating technical deliverables.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Fluency in English is required. Danish is an advantage but not a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop next-generation robotic products.
• Drive improvements to existing products.
• Develop and enhance engineering workflows, tools, and best practices.
• Collaborate with the test organization to validate designs and ensure product performance and reliability.
• Drive complex mechanical development activities throughout the product lifecycle.

Skills

3D CAD

SolidWorks

DFMEA

DFM

DFA

Verification

Validation

Test development

Tolerance analysis

Manufacturing processes

Cross-functional teamwork

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

English fluency

Education

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer who enjoys solving complex challenges, turning ideas into reality, and bringing innovative products to market? If so, you could be the perfect fit for our next Senior Mechanical Engineer, helping shape the future of world-leading robotics technology.

Teradyne Robotics – Redefining Automation Together

At Teradyne Robotics, we’re shaping the future of automation. As part of Teradyne Inc., we unite market leading automation brands Universal Robots and MiR to create next-generation robotics for markets across the world. With over 110,000 industrial collaborative robots and autonomous mobile robots sold globally, we’re transforming industries and empowering businesses of all sizes. We’re proud to say that our customers count on us.

Your Role

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer in our R&D Hardware organization in Odense, Denmark, you will play a key role in developing the next generation of collaborative robots.

Working in cross-functional project teams, you will drive mechanical development from concept through launch, transforming innovative ideas into robust, high-quality products used by customers around the world. You will collaborate with engineers across multiple disciplines to deliver reliable and cost-effective solutions while continuously improving our products, processes, and engineering practices.

In This Role, You Will

• Design and develop next-generation robotic products.
• Drive improvements to existing products.
• Develop and enhance engineering workflows, tools, and best practices.
• Collaborate with the test organization to validate designs and ensure product performance and reliability.
• Drive complex mechanical development activities throughout the product lifecycle.

Your Background

We are looking for a skilled and motivated engineer with strong technical expertise, a structured approach, and a passion for solving challenging problems. You take ownership, work effectively across functions, and can independently drive tasks from concept to implementation.

We Imagine You Have

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical product development, preferably within R&D environments.
• Strong knowledge of machine design and mechanical engineering fundamentals.
• Experience with 3D CAD and technical drawings (SolidWorks preferred).
• Hands-on experience with DFMEA, DFM, DFA, and other design-quality methodologies.
• Knowledge of verification, validation, and test development.
• Understanding of tolerance analysis, manufacturing processes.
• Experience working in cross-functional development teams and coordinating technical deliverables.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Fluency in English is required. Danish is an advantage but not a requirement.

What We're Looking For

We’re looking for people who lead by example, regardless of their role. You thrive in a culture built on openness, integrity, and customer focus. You seek diverse perspectives, treat others with respect, and have the courage to do the right thing, even when it’s hard. You own your work, deliver results, and push the limits through innovation. You’re motivated by collaboration, continuous improvement, and a commitment to making everyone better.

Join Teradyne Robotics and help redefine automation. Shape next year’s innovations. Move a fast-growing industry forward. Build a career that matters. You can do it all here. We employ over 1,000 people worldwide.

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