Mechatronics Engineer

RC Fornax; Hereford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A veteran-owned engineering consultancy is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer to lead the design and development of antenna subsystems. Responsibilities include collaboration across teams, ensuring design performance, and supporting production transitions. Strong experience with antenna or RF systems is essential. This role offers a hybrid working pattern with three days onsite in Hereford, UK.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment is essential.
• Must have hands-on experience with antenna or RF systems.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electronic, and control systems design is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support mechatronic design activities for antenna subsystems and components.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to integrate mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing and production teams.
• Conduct design validation, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Participate in design reviews and provide recommendations for product improvement.

Skills

Experience in a manufacturing or production environment

Hands-on experience with antenna or RF systems

Knowledge of mechanical, electronic, and control systems design

Strong problem-solving skills

Job description

RC Fornax, a veteran-owned engineering consultancy supporting the aerospace and defence industries, is looking for a Mechatronics to support Required to support the development of various antenna subsystems and components as they approach prototype and production stage. You will play a key role in the development and production of antenna subsystems and components, ensuring design integration and performance throughout prototype and production stages.

Contract - Outside IR35

Work pattern- Hybrid (3 days onsite)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support mechatronic design activities for antenna subsystems and components.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to integrate mechanical, electrical, and control systems effectively.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing and production teams, ensuring smooth transition from prototype to full production.
• Conduct design validation, testing, and troubleshooting to ensure performance and reliability.
• Participate in design reviews and provide engineering recommendations for product improvement.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Hands-on experience with antenna or RF systems (essential).
• Knowledge of mechanical, electronic, and control systems design.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.