Lead Mechanical Engineer - Robotics & Automation

Tharsus; Blyth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading robotics firm in Blyth is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to take full technical responsibility for the lifecycle of robotic systems. The ideal candidate will lead mechanical design processes, work with manufacturing partners, and manage supplier relationships to enhance system performance. Strong expertise in mechanical engineering and knowledge of sophisticated design and manufacturing processes are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in designing and testing complex mechanical systems.
• Expertise in a range of manufacturing techniques.
• Hands-on experience with system assembly, integration, and validation.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of mechanical design, analysis, prototyping, and testing.
• Develop solutions from concept to full-scale production.
• Conduct testing to validate system performance and reliability.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD software proficiency

Design for Manufacture (DFM)

Hands-on testing and validation

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

A leading robotics firm in Blyth is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to take full technical responsibility for the lifecycle of robotic systems. The ideal candidate will lead mechanical design processes, work with manufacturing partners, and manage supplier relationships to enhance system performance. Strong expertise in mechanical engineering and knowledge of sophisticated design and manufacturing processes are essential for this role.