Robotics Mechanical Engineer – Automated Systems Designer

CircuitHub; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CircuitHub in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and commission automated robotic systems that support our advanced manufacturing process.

You will work with 3D CAD, design machined components from concept to deployment, and collaborate with the build team to ensure safe and efficient machine builds. This onsite role offers exposure to robotics within our grid platform and opportunities to mentor junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Experience with 3D CAD and designing and commissioning machined components.
• Ability to take designs from concept through deployment to manufacturing.
• Experience designing automated robotic systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design gantries and end effectors in Fusion 360.
• Analyze end‑effector behavior from video and revise geometry for reliability.
• Conceive mechanical systems to handle electronics parts.
• Install, commission, and debug robots.
• Manage supplier relationships to facilitate machine builds.
• Troubleshoot wiring cabinets when motor drives fail.
• Collaborate with build teams to ensure safe, fast, and smooth builds.
• Specify sensors to ensure error detection during operation.

Skills

3D CAD

Robotics design

Machined components

Tools

Fusion 360

TwinCAT PLC

CNC programming

Job description

CircuitHub in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and commission automated robotic systems that support our advanced manufacturing process.

You will work with 3D CAD, design machined components from concept to deployment, and collaborate with the build team to ensure safe and efficient machine builds. This onsite role offers exposure to robotics within our grid platform and opportunities to mentor junior engineers.