Senior Machine Integration Engineer (Mechatronics)

Diversity Dashboard; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

41 days annual leave

Flexible working

Generous pension

Discounts and rewards

Staff networks

Recognition Awards

Learning and mentoring

Job summary

The AMRC, part of the University of Sheffield, seeks a Technical Specialist: Machine Integration to lead the design, build and deployment of industry-grade machines for research projects. You will work with the IMG machine build team, ensure compliance with machinery directives and safety standards, mentor junior staff, and drive continuous improvement across our machinery portfolio.

You will deliver project hardware, manage budgets, and support collaboration with project management to uphold

Qualifications

• Honours degree or equivalent industrial experience in a relevant subject.
• Ability to solve complex technical problems and mentor others.
• Awareness of machinery safety, standards, and pneumatic design.
• Ability to develop external partnerships and manage hardware procurement.
• Experience with design, build and testing of machinery and safety testing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver machine installation to meet project requirements, budget, and timelines.
• Create and approve design schematics and plans within the technical area.
• Resolve complex manufacturing problems and manage resources effectively.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and safety compliance.
• Prepare technical files and testing scripts for machinery.

Skills

Mentoring

Machinery safety

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Industrial automation

Education

Honours degree in a relevant subject

Tools

Pneumatic design

Functional testing

Job description

The AMRC, part of the University of Sheffield, seeks a Technical Specialist: Machine Integration to lead the design, build and deployment of industry-grade machines for research projects. You will work with the IMG machine build team, ensure compliance with machinery directives and safety standards, mentor junior staff, and drive continuous improvement across our machinery portfolio.

You will deliver project hardware, manage budgets, and support collaboration with project management to uphold