Senior Mechatronics Engineer

iCOMAT Limited; Gloucester; Sur place; GBP 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Equity options

Résumé du poste

iCOMAT Limited is seeking a Senior Mechatronics Engineer to join the RTS Research and Development team in the UK. You will design, develop and integrate systems from early research (TRL 2) through demonstrators (TRL 6+), working with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver automated composite manufacturing solutions.

Key duties include leading work packages, driving technology readiness, and developing PLC, robotic and SCADA software while ensuring code quality and project delivery on time and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mechanical/Mechatronics or related field.
• Minimum of three years industry experience in R&D or similar environment.
• Experience in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Systems Engineering, Robotics, or Automation.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design and systems engineering.
• Familiarity with technology readiness and manufacturing readiness levels.

Responsabilités

• Lead work packages to build core technology bricks for RTS systems.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplined engineers to deliver next-gen technologies.
• Drive technology readiness from TRL 2 to TRL 6+.
• Apply specialist knowledge to challenging engineering problems.
• Analyze data to drive decision making.
• Support commissioning at sister sites and customer facilities.
• Develop and modify PLC, robotics and SCADA software; keep code well structured.
• Maintain a well-structured and commented code base.

Connaissances

Mechatronics

Robotics

Controls

Systems Engineering

Data Analysis

Leadership

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Mechatronics

Outils

SolidWorks

NX

CATIA

KiCad

EPlan

HyperMesh

HyperWorks

RobotStudio

TwinCAT XAE

Description du poste

US.The business has currently more than 130,000 sqm of production capacity with manufacturing facilities in the UK (Gloucester and Swindon) and the US (Dayton, Ohio); a Hardware R&D Centre in Bristol, UK; and a Software R&D Centre in Athens, Greece. We are seeking a multi-disciplined Senior Mechatronics Engineer to join our RTS Research and Development team, working on the next generation of RTS systems. The right candidate will be someone who enjoys a mixture of practical hands on work with office based design and analysis tasks, able to demonstrate experience with both elements. As a Senior Mechatronics Engineer, you will be responsible for the specification and development of systems and architecture from early research phases (TRL 2) through concepting and integration of full scale demonstrator equipment (TRL 6+), working as part of a multi-skilled team to deliver cutting edge manufacturing processes to ICOMAT factories.

What will you be doing?

• Lead work packages and projects to build core technology bricks which will be leveraged in ICOMATs' RTS systems
• Working with other multi-disciplined, highly skilled and motivated engineers and professionals to deliver the next generation of technologies into the ICOMAT value stream
• Driving technology readiness from TRL 2 through TRL 6+, building engineering solutions from the ground up
• Applying your specialist knowledge to challenging engineering problems to create novel solutions
• Engineering data analysis and interpretation to drive decision making
• Foundational work to build the RTS systems into an end-to-end fully automated lights-out composites manufacturing facility
• Support commissioning activities at sister sites and customer facilities where necessary
• Supporting the generation of new code for PLC, robotic and SCADA systems
• Modifying and improving existing code to improve system capability, repeatability and reliability
• Maintain a well-structured and commented code base

What do we need from you?

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mechanical/Mechatronics or closely related subject
• Minimum of three years industry experience, with proven record in an R&D or similar environment
• Proven experience in at least one of the following core areas: Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Systems Engineering, Robotics, Controls & Automation
• Excellent knowledge of mechanical design and systems engineering
• Good awareness of technology readiness and manufacturing readiness levels and how to navigate their requirements
• Proficiency in data collection, analysis and validation through a variety of tools and techniques
• Ability to manage your own time and lead cross-functional teams, delivering projects and time and to budget
• Working knowledge of industry standards
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation
• Self-motivated, and able to work effectively

Nice to have:

• Experience in using structured problem solving approaches in engineering
• Use of software and software packages including, but not limited to:SolidWorks/NX/CATIAKiCadEPlanHyperMesh, HyperWorks and other Altair software packagesRobotStudioTwinCAT XAE
• Knowledge in composites design and manufacturing processes
• Experience with automated composites manufacturing technology
• Solid understanding of GD&T

Join ICOMAT - Revolutionising the Future of Lightweight Manufacturing!iCOMAT is an advanced manufacturing company that invented Rapid Tow Shearing (RTS) - the only proven technology for producing defect-free curved-fiber composite parts at industrial scale. We deliver the lightest structures possible for aerospace, automotive, defense, and space, at a rate and cost efficiency that far exceeds existing composite production processes. We build and operate automated factories for composite materials, delivering components to Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs. The business has three main divisions: development of automated production machines, development of software design and production tools, and operation of the factory. We work with 25+ customers and completed the largest ever Series A in composites manufacturing to fuel a significant scale-up, with growth plans that will see the business multiply in size over the next two to three years and expand operations into the UK, Europe and the as an individual and as part of a wider team.

Our Values:

Uncompromising ExcellenceDiscipline over excuses. We commit. We follow through. We hold ourselves and each other to the highest standard, especially when the pressure is on.Push the edge. iCOMAT was built on a refusal to accept that curved fiber could not be manufactured at scale. We innovate where others and accountable. Everyone owns their lane, communicates openly, and delivers without being chased. No silos. No ambiguity.

Why iCOMAT?

Competitive Salary & Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare, pension scheme.

Stock Options:

Equity options to give employees a stake in the company's success.

Career Growth Opportunities:

Join us at a pivotal time as we scale up, offering unmatched professional growth opportunities in the rapidly advancing field of composite.

Culture:

We pride ourselves on our inclusive, forward-thinking work environment. Recognized by Bloomberg as a "UK Startup to Watch," iCOMAT celebrates diversity and encourages all applicants, regardless of background, to apply.

Global Impact:

Be a part of our mission to redefine lightweight structures for the automotive, aerospace, and space industries, working with some of the most influential companies worldwide.