Mechanical Systems Engineer

Mechanical Systems Engineer

Are you passionate about creating mechanical solutions that bring complex robotics and lab automation projects to life?

If you thrive in fast-paced, experimental environments, enjoy tackling challenging design problems, and want to see your ideas turned into real-world systems, this could be the role for you.

Step into a role where your mechanical engineering expertise directly shapes next-generation robotic and automation systems. You'll design and integrate precision mechanisms, end-effectors, and motion assemblies, helping transform cutting-edge AI research into functional, real-world systems.

You'll be in a multidisciplinary team of mechanical, electrical, software, robotics, and AI engineers, you'll build practical systems that bridge research concepts and hands-on automation.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Design and develop mechanical systems for robotics and automation, including custom tooling, end-effectors, and motion assemblies.
• Lead concept design and option evaluation, capturing requirements and delivering robust engineering solutions.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings, ensuring manufacturability, precision, and quality.
• Run simulations and analyses (FEA, kinematics, motion studies) to validate and optimise designs.
• Work closely with electrical, robotics, and software engineers to integrate sensors, actuators, and control systems and collaborate with technicians and external manufacturers to realise designs efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Support prototype assembly, system commissioning, and iterative design improvements.
• Consider structural, ergonomic, and environmental factors in system layouts.
• Contribute to best practices for design reviews, simulation, and CAD workflow management.

What We're Looking For:

• Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical, Mechatronic, or Robotics Engineering.
• Strong 3D CAD skills, including assemblies, tolerancing, and design for manufacture.
• Proven experience designing precision mechanical assemblies, robotic tooling, or automation systems.
• Experience in engineering simulation tools (eg, FEA, motion or kinematics analysis).
• Skilled in requirements capture, concept evaluation, and verification within an R&D context.
• Knowledge of DFM/DFA principles and experience working with fabricators or suppliers.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with robotic systems integration and custom end-effectors.
• Hands-on prototyping experience using 3D printing, CNC, or external manufacturers.
• Knowledge of engineering standards and regulatory frameworks (eg, CE marking, Machinery Directive).
• Familiarity with agile or iterative development environments and rapid prototyping.
• Experience designing for laboratory or cleanroom environments.

Offices and Lab located in Oxford.

Hybrid working c.3 days in office

Competitive salary + benefits dependent on experience.

Ready to help build the next generation of intelligent robots? Apply now and join a fast-moving team shaping the future of applied robotics and AI.