Mechanical Engineer

Kinisi Robotics; West of England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinisi Robotics is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to be a core member of the engineering team based in Bristol, UK. In this role, you will design mechanical assemblies and motion systems for robotics, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in mechanical design, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency in FEA and CAD tools like SolidWorks.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in mechanical design for robotics.
• Strong understanding of motors, actuators.
• Proficiency in FEA and CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical assemblies for robotic platforms.
• Integrate motors and other motion components.
• Use FEA for stress and thermal simulation.

Skills

Mechanical design

Actuator integration

FEA tools

Design for manufacture

Problem-solving

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

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Kinisi Robotics – Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Bristol, UK

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

As a core member of the engineering team, you’ll be responsible for designing mechanical assemblies and motion systems that integrate motors, actuators, and structural components. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure our designs are robust, manufacturable, and performance-ready.

What You’ll Do

Design and Development

• Create mechanical assemblies and sub-systems for robotic platforms, including actuator mounts, transmission systems, structural frameworks, and enclosures. Emphasis on robustness, modularity, and serviceability.

Actuator and Motion Integration

• Specify and integrate motors, gearboxes, and other motion components. Understand torque/speed requirements, duty cycles, and how control systems interact with mechanical constraints.

FEA and Engineering Analysis

• Use FEA tools to simulate stress, deformation, and thermal behavior of components. Interpret results and apply them to design iterations, material selection, and risk mitigation.

Prototyping and Assembly Support

• Work closely with technicians and engineers during the prototyping phase. Oversee mechanical builds, provide technical drawings, BOMs, and ensure tolerances and fits are appropriate for assembly and testing.

Design for Manufacture (DFM)

• Apply DFM principles to reduce cost, improve reliability, and streamline production. Select appropriate manufacturing processes and optimize parts accordingly.

Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration

• Collaborate with electrical and software teams to ensure clean mechanical integration of wiring, sensors, PCBs, and other critical systems. Ensure the mechanical design supports maintainability and ease of access.

Testing and Iteration

• Participate in system-level testing. Collect data, diagnose mechanical issues, and implement design changes based on test outcomes or field feedback.

Documentation and Handoff

• Produce and maintain detailed CAD models, technical drawings, and documentation packages for review, manufacturing, and compliance.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in mechanical design for robotics, automation, or electromechanical systems
• Strong understanding of motors, actuators, and mechanism design
• Proficiency in FEA and CAD tools (SolidWorks)
• Experience with design for manufacture (DFM) and practical assembly constraints
• A critical thinker with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Bonus Skills

• Familiarity with electrical systems, cabling, or sensor integration
• Exposure to firmware or embedded software development environments

Why Join Us?

• This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge robotic systems in a collaborative, hands-on environment. You’ll contribute to a product that’s heading to market and help shape the future of industrial automation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Robot Manufacturing

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