Can you imagine contributing to cutting-edge robotics R&D?
Are you an experienced R&D Engineer (4 years commercial experience) with a passion for both mechanical and electronic engineering?
Would you love to be a key member of a team pushing the boundaries of robotics technology?
Are you based in London or able to commute to Gospel Oak with ease?
Looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a dynamic company?
The Shadow Robot Company is an established, employee-owned, international and world-leading robotics company of a diverse team of 25 people in London and Madrid.
We exist to develop and create awesome robots for advancing dexterity.
We care about each other
When we add new people to our team, wherever you’re based and whatever role you’re doing, you’ll see that we all live and breathe these core values.
You’ll be a vital part of our R&D team, working on the design, development, and testing of complex electro-mechanical robotic systems.
You’ll collaborate with suppliers and manufacturers, optimize products, and ensure robust hardware testing.
Your expertise will contribute to the advancement of our dexterous hand products and teleoperation systems.
You’ll have the autonomy to drive projects forward, working in the R&D team which reports directly to senior management.
4 years+ commercial experience in the design, specification, and assembly of complex electro-mechanical systems.
Both MCAD & ECAD software experience (ideally Solidworks and Altium).
A track record of troubleshooting and solving engineering problems that arise during the design, manufacturing, or testing phases.
Experience working with suppliers and manufacturers to optimize products.
Design/specification/execution of hardware testing (i.e. life testing, robustness testing).
Knowledge of engineering drawings/tolerances/engineering specifications.
Excellent documentation skills.
Actuator specification and design.
Robotic joint design / kinematics.
Mechanical power transmission.
Materials properties particularly metals, plastics and rubbers.
Specifying components.
Surface mount PCB assembly and rework.
Electronic and/or mechanical system debugging.
Commissioning the manufacture of components and subassemblies.
Medium volume complex system manufacture/assembly processes.
Design for Manufacture including: volume manufacturing processes (e.g. injection moulding), CNC machining, additive manufacturing.
QA/QC processes.
Basic Python or C.
Curiosity and enthusiasm for mechanical and electronics engineering.
A team-oriented attitude and a closer-finisher mindset.
Attention to detail and maturity in your role.
A growth mindset and a desire to continually learn.
Good communication skills.
If this sounds like your next career move, please apply here and Helen, our hiring partner, will follow up with you.
Job title: Robotics Design Engineer (Mechanical and Electronics)
Team: R&D
Based: Gospel Oak, London
Salary range: £50,000 to £55,000 (depending on your experience)
Start date: ASAP
Package includes 28 days holidays + bank holidays
This position requires a minimum of four years of commercial experience and as such is unsuitable for recent graduates.
Sponsorship for work permits is not available at this time.