Mechanical Engineer

Institute Itech; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expense reimbursement

Mentorship by senior engineers

Cross-project exposure

Growth toward Senior/Lead roles

Work on flagship projects

Job summary

Institute Itech in Milan seeks a precise and passionate Junior Mechanical Engineer to join its research and engineering team. You will apply CAD design, develop components, and prototype mechanical systems across flagship projects.

You will work alongside senior engineers, contribute to drawings, testing, and documentation, and grow toward Senior Mechanical Engineer or Lead Design Engineer as your contributions expand across environmental, urban, and data infrastructure initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 0–3 years of experience in a mechanical engineering or design role (academic and thesis experience considered).
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA, AutoCAD, or equivalent).
• Solid understanding of mechanical design principles, tolerancing, and technical drawing standards.
• Ability to manage multiple design tasks simultaneously in a structured and organized manner.
• Attention to detail and a hands-on, problem-solving mindset.
• Thesis or project experience in mechanical design, prototyping, or applied engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine 2D and 3D mechanical designs using CAD software
• Produce detailed technical drawings, assembly models, and component specifications
• Iterate on designs based on engineering requirements, manufacturing constraints, and project feedback
• Maintain organized and version-controlled design documentation
• Support the physical prototyping of mechanical components and assemblies
• Assist in the setup and execution of mechanical testing and validation procedures
• Document test results and contribute to technical reports and design reviews
• Collaborate with engineering and research teams across projects including Balloon™, Oxyleaf™, Terra™, and Biocity™
• Provide mechanical design input during concept and development phases of concurrent projects
• Identify and communicate design risks, proposing practical solutions in collaboration with senior engineers
• Support the identification and evaluation of manufacturing processes and suppliers
• Coordinate with external fabricators or workshops for prototype production
• Verify manufactured parts against design specifications and quality standards
• Maintain accurate technical documentation for all mechanical design activities
• Contribute to internal reports, design packages, and project deliverables
• Support IP and patent documentation processes related to mechanical innovations

Skills

CAD proficiency

Mechanical design

Technical drawing

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

AutoCAD

ANSYS

Abaqus

Job description

Research & Engineering – Institute Itech

• Full-time position
• Travel and meeting expenses will be reimbursed upon approval
• An NDA must be signed

This position may evolve into Senior Mechanical Engineer or Lead Design Engineer, depending on performance and contribution to Institute Itech's project portfolio.

About Institute Itech:

Institute Itech is a private research, development and technological innovation institute based in Italy with an international vision. It was created to transform scientific knowledge, advanced engineering and emerging technologies into concrete solutions for the environment, health, data intelligence, artificial intelligence, urban systems and technological infrastructure.

The company is built on a multidisciplinary vision structured around six pillars: Education, Technology, Social, Nature, Research and Urban. Through these areas, Institute Itech develops high-impact projects capable of improving quality of life, making cities more sustainable and creating new models of scientific, industrial and social progress.

Its flagship projects include:

• Memoria™ – AI-based neuroimaging and cognitive data intelligence
• Oxyleaf™ – environmental monitoring and air quality technologies
• Terra™ – advanced soil and ecological remediation systems
• Polaris™ – strategic data infrastructure and positioning systems
• Biocity™ – integrated biourban planning and smart city ecosystems

About the Role:

Institute Itech is seeking a precise and passionate Junior Mechanical Engineer to join its research and engineering team in Milan. The role is transversal in nature: the candidate will contribute across multiple flagship projects, applying mechanical design and CAD expertise to innovative systems spanning environmental technology, urban infrastructure, and advanced engineering platforms.

The selected candidate will work alongside senior engineers, project managers, and researchers, supporting the design, development, and prototyping of mechanical components and systems across Institute Itech's project portfolio.

This is an ideal opportunity for a recently graduated or early-career mechanical engineer looking to apply their technical foundation in a hands-on, applied R&D environment with real-world impact.

Responsibilities:

Mechanical Design & CAD

• Develop and refine 2D and 3D mechanical designs using CAD software
• Produce detailed technical drawings, assembly models, and component specifications
• Iterate on designs based on engineering requirements, manufacturing constraints, and project feedback
• Maintain organized and version-controlled design documentation

Prototyping & Testing Support

• Support the physical prototyping of mechanical components and assemblies
• Assist in the setup and execution of mechanical testing and validation procedures
• Document test results and contribute to technical reports and design reviews

Cross-Project Engineering Support

• Collaborate with engineering and research teams across projects including Balloon™, Oxyleaf™, Terra™, and Biocity™
• Provide mechanical design input during concept and development phases of concurrent projects
• Identify and communicate design risks, proposing practical solutions in collaboration with senior engineers

Manufacturing & Supply Coordination

• Support the identification and evaluation of manufacturing processes and suppliers
• Coordinate with external fabricators or workshops for prototype production
• Verify manufactured parts against design specifications and quality standards

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate technical documentation for all mechanical design activities
• Contribute to internal reports, design packages, and project deliverables
• Support IP and patent documentation processes related to mechanical innovations

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline
• Up to 0–3 years of experience in a mechanical engineering or design role (academic and thesis experience considered)
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA, AutoCAD, or equivalent)
• Solid understanding of mechanical design principles, tolerancing, and technical drawing standards
• Ability to manage multiple design tasks simultaneously in a structured and organized manner
• Attention to detail and a hands‑on, problem‑solving mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• Thesis or project experience in mechanical design, prototyping, or applied engineering
• Familiarity with FEA or structural simulation tools (ANSYS, Abaqus, or equivalent)
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes (CNC, 3D printing, sheet metal, composites)
• Experience or interest in environmental, aeronautical, or urban technology applications
• Basic knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Familiarity with PDM or PLM systems for design data management

Benefits Provided

• Entry‑level role with immediate exposure to diverse, high‑impact engineering projects
• Mentorship and direct collaboration with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams
• Transversal experience across multiple flagship projects and technological domains
• Growth path toward Senior Mechanical Engineer or Lead Design Engineer
• Work environment at the intersection of mechanical innovation, sustainability, and applied technology
• Reimbursement of approved travel and project‑related expenses

Compensation

Annual Gross Salary: €40,000, in line with junior engineering profiles.

Additional performance‑based incentives may be provided based on project contribution and milestones achieved.