Senior Mechanical Engineer

Verto People, Ltd.; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 98,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer / Lead Mechanical Engineer to design and integrate mechanical systems for innovative robotics. The ideal candidate has more than 5 years of experience in mechanical design, proficiency in CAD tools like SolidWorks, and a willingness to relocate to Austin, TX. This position offers a competitive salary range of $130,000 - $250,000 and additional benefits including equity and unlimited PTO.

Benefits

0.5% - 1.5% equity

Healthcare (Medical, Dental and Vision)

Unlimited PTO

Relocation Support Offered

Free meals, merch + more

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design and analysis for complex systems.
• Proven experience with full product lifecycle—from design to production.
• Prior experience in startups or high-growth engineering environments.

Responsibilities

• Own design and integration of mechanical and electromechanical systems.
• Translate high-level requirements into design solutions.
• Prototype rapidly and validate concepts through testing.

Skills

Mechanical design

CAD proficiency

Mechanical analysis

Prototyping

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Ansys

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer / Lead Mechanical Engineer

Location: Austin, TX

Compensation: $130,000 - $250,000

Senior Mechanical Engineer / Lead Mechanical Engineer required to join a rapidly growing robotics company developing next-generation autonomous systems for real-world environments based in Austin, TX.

Package

• $130,000 - $250,000
• 0.5% - 1.5% equity
• Healthcare (Medical, Dental and Vision)
• Unlimited PTO
• Relocation Support Offered
• Free meals, merch + more

Responsibilities

• Own design and integration of multiple mechanical and electromechanical systems through all stages of product maturity
• Translate high-level requirements into practical design solutions alongside the founding team
• Prototype rapidly and validate concepts through hands-on testing and iteration
• Develop CAD models, detailed drawings, and physical prototypes
• Lead reviews of designs, procedures, and assemblies, providing engineering feedback and recommendations
• Perform mechanical analysis for strength, reliability, and manufacturability
• Create and execute test procedures, jigs, and validation fixtures
• Conduct root cause analysis for hardware failures in development or deployment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or an engineering discipline
• Previous experience as a Senior Mechanical Engineer / Lead Mechanical Engineer
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design and analysis for complex systems
• Proven experience with full product lifecycle—from design and prototyping to production
• Proficiency in CAD and FEA tools (SolidWorks, Ansys, or equivalent)
• Prior experience in startups or high-growth engineering environments
• Willing to relocate or based in Austin, TX