Simulation Engineer

Chiltern Park Recruitment Ltd; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing robotics company in Nottingham seeks a Simulation Engineer to take charge of simulation tools and strategy. This hands-on role involves applying simulations to real-world engineering challenges and leading projects using Robo-DK. With a 4-day working week and hybrid options, this position offers significant influence over technical processes and a collaborative environment working on innovative robotics projects.

Benefits

4-day working week

Flexible hours

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• At least 4 years experience in robotics or simulation within automation.
• Hands-on experience with Robo-DK and exposure to other simulation tools.
• Strong understanding of robot kinematics and industrial automation workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead simulation activities using Robo-DK.
• Produce simulation-led concept models for proposals.
• Research and integrate simulation into R&D and delivery planning.

Skills

Robotic kinematics

Simulation tools

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Independent working style

Tools

Robo-DK

Fanuc Roboguide

RobotStudio

Robcad

KUKA.Sim

Webots

Job description

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An exciting opportunity to lead simulation development at a growing robotics and metrology company based in Nottingham.

This innovative business, currently a close-knit team of 20 and expanding, is looking for a Simulation Engineer to take ownership of its simulation tools and strategy. This is a hands-on role at the heart of technical delivery, sales support and R&D ideal for someone who enjoys applying simulation to real-world engineering challenges while helping shape how the company grows and wins work.

Why Join?

• A 4-day working week (Monday to Thursday full-time salary, 32 hours)
• Flexible hours and hybrid working options
• A leading role in a company that values initiative and technical leadership
• Genuine influence over simulation processes, tools and direction
• A collaborative, forward-thinking team working on advanced robotics projects

Your Role

Youll drive the use of simulation across product development, customer proposals, and live project delivery. From refining robot paths to showcasing high-impact demos, your work will be critical in translating ideas into intelligent solutions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading simulation activities using Robo-DK as the primary platform
• Producing simulation-led concept models for sales proposals, technical discussions and customer validation
• Researching work packages and integrating simulation into early-stage R&D and delivery planning
• Collaborating across teams to establish and promote simulation best practices
• Navigating complex digital models knowing how to control a mouse and move a screen around with ease is absolutely essential!

What Youll Bring

• At least 4 years experience in robotics or simulation within automation
• Hands-on experience with Robo-DK, or experience with and exposure to other simulation tools (e.g. fanuc roboguide, RobotStudio, Robcad, KUKA.Sim, Webots)
• Solid understanding of robot kinematics, offline programming, and industrial automation workflows
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with both internal and external stakeholders
• A proactive, independent working style and a passion for solving real-world technical problems

The Opportunity

This is a genuine chance to shape how simulation is used in a growing, high-tech company spanning everything from internal engineering to sales and project execution. If youre looking for more influence, ownership, and flexibility, this role ticks all the boxes.

This role offers the perfect mix of technical challenge, creative input, and work-life balance all in a business thats going places.