Mechanical Design Engineer - Robotics

Tata Technologies; Chester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme – We match employee contribution up to 5% of salary

Private Health Care

Tata Jaguar Land Rover Privilege Scheme - up to 20% off new JLR vehicles

Group Income Protection

Health Assured – Employee Assistance Program

Group Life Assurance

Health Shield – Private Health Cash Plan

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in Chester is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer (Robotics) to design and optimize mechanical systems for the aerospace sector. The role requires expertise in CAD software like CATIA V5 and experience in mechanical design, ideally in robotics. Competitive salary and excellent benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience in mechanical design, preferably in robotics.
• Experience with 3D printing and mechanical testing preferred.
• Capable of conducting mechanical analysis including stress and thermal.
• Proficiency in CAD tools and mechanical testing.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical components and assemblies using CAD tools.
• Conduct mechanical analysis (stress, thermal, motion).
• Create and maintain technical documentation.
• Support integration and testing of robotic systems.
• Perform space planning and layout for control cabinets and electrical enclosures.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD software (CATIA V5)

Experience in mechanical design

Familiarity with electromechanical systems

Knowledge of FEA tools

Experience with prototyping and mechanical testing

Technical documentation & testing

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s in mechanical engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

3DExperience

FEA software

Job description

At Tata Technologies we make product development dreams a reality by designing, engineering and validating the products of tomorrow for the world’s leading manufacturers.

Role Overview

The Mechanical Design Engineer (Robotics) will be responsible for advancing existing designs, optimizing mechanical systems, accessibility studies, cost estimation, structural optimization and supporting the design adaptation based on ergonomic and safety studies. Proficient in CATIA V5 and familiarity with 3DExperience.

Key Responsibilities

• Design mechanical components and assemblies using CAD tools CATIA V5, (3Dexperience a nice to have)
• Conduct mechanical analysis (stress, thermal, motion)
• Develop prototypes and iterate based on testing feedback
• Collaborate with manufacturing and sourcing teams
• Create and maintain technical documentation
• Support integration and testing of robotic systems
• Analyse robotic system reachability to all desired targets
• Perform structural optimization using load analysis to ensure safety and efficiency: FEA analysis report for mechanical components and structure.
• Support ergonomic and safety reviews, adapting designs to meet Airbus standards.
• Determine the required space for the components within the station: control cabinet, EE, electrical cabinet, HMI, fastener feeder system, tool change and surface needed for the whole station: space allocation report.

Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s in mechanical engineering
• Experience in mechanical design, preferably in robotics
• Proficiency in CAD software (CATIA V5)
• Experience with prototyping, 3D printing, and mechanical testing
• Familiarity with electromechanical systems and actuator integration
• Knowledge of FEA tools and simulation software

Benefits

In return for bringing your expertise to our business we offer a competitive salary along with excellent benefits including:

• Pension Scheme – We match employee contribution up to 5% of salary
• Private Health Care
• Tata Jaguar Land Rover Privilege Scheme - up to 20% off new JLR vehicles
• Group Income Protection
• Health Assured – Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life Assurance
• Health Shield – Private Health Cash Plan

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Airlines and Aviation

If you are passionate about bringing innovation to the projects you work on and want to join a global company, then this is the place for you.