Job title: Mechanical Designer (Robotics Engineer)
Location: Broughton, Chester - onsite
Job type: 12 month's Contract
Shifts: Standard 35 hours per week (working 4.5 days between the hours of 7am - 7pm, hours agreed at business discretion)
Salary: £47 per hour Umbrella
iO Associates is partnering with a leading global aerospace organisation renowned for designing, manufacturing, and delivering advanced products and services across commercial aviation, defence, space, and helicopter sectors. They are currently seeking a Mechanical Designer (Industrial Robotics R&D Engineer) to join their team, focusing on the development of cutting-edge robotic solutions that drive innovation within the aerospace industry.
Required:
* Master's/PhD in Controls, Mechatronics, or Robotics (or equivalent hands-on engineering experience).
* Expertise in robotics control, dynamics, kinematics, CAD (CATIA/3DX), and simulation tools (KUKA.Sim, DELMIA, Matlab/Simulink, etc.).
* Proven track record in integrating industrial robotic solutions and selecting sensors/actuators.
* Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and a proactive, can-do attitude from concept to high-quality delivery.
Responsibilities:
* Create and analyze robotic concepts, perform simulations (load, stress, fatigue), and develop mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic 2D/3D models.
* Build, test, and validate prototypes, perform failure analysis, and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and CE Mark standards.
* Define requirements, generate manufacturing documentation (BOMs, drawings), and support deployment and maintenance of robotic systems.
* Advance robotic technology integration in aerospace, uphold product integrity, and mentor junior engineers in best design practices.
This is an on-site job role. This is an excellent opportunity to work for an international company that encourages and facilitates personal growth and career development throughout the organisation.
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