Mechatronics/robotics Engineer
Posted 6 days ago by 1754468564
Negotiable
Inside
Hybrid
London, Greater London, South East, England
Summary: A world-renowned tech innovator is seeking a Mechatronics/Robotics Engineer for a contract role in London, focusing on cutting-edge robotics projects within a high-performance R&D lab. The ideal candidate will have strong end-to-end development experience, capable of taking hardware from concept through to validation in a collaborative environment. This role requires expertise in mechanical, electrical, and software domains to enhance robotic systems. The position offers an opportunity to work with talented professionals and contribute to next-generation hardware solutions globally.
Key Responsibilities:
- Developing robotics hardware from initial concept to bring-up
- Applying mechanical, electrical, and software expertise to assess robotic systems and propose improvements
- Full project lifecycle: 3D CAD, drafting, BOM generation, fabrication, testing, documentation
- Integrating hardware and embedded systems for robotics platforms
- Independently assessing technical risks and defining project execution plans
- Testing and validating robotic systems for performance and reliability
Key Skills:
- PCB design: Altium, KiCad, Eagle
- Embedded hardware/firmware: STM32, Arduino, ROS
- Programming: Python, C/C++ (for embedded and control systems)
- Motion control: Motors, sensors, actuators
- Systems integration: Hardware + Software
- Robotics system testing and fault triage
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: London
Country: England
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Location: London (Hybrid – 2–3 days onsite)
Type: Contract (Inside IR35)
Duration: 3–6 Months
Start: ASAP
A world-renowned tech innovator is seeking a Mechatronics/Robotics Engineer to support cutting-edge robotics projects within a high-performance R&D lab in London.
We're looking for someone with strong end-to-end development experience, capable of taking hardware from concept through to validation in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Developing robotics hardware from initial concept to bring-up
- Applying mechanical, electrical, and software expertise to assess robotic systems and propose improvements
- Full project lifecycle: 3D CAD, drafting, BOM generation, fabrication, testing, documentation
- Integrating hardware and embedded systems for robotics platforms
- Independently assessing technical risks and defining project execution plans
- Testing and validating robotic systems for performance and reliability
- PCB design: Altium, KiCad, Eagle
- Embedded hardware/firmware: STM32, Arduino, ROS
- Programming: Python, C/C++ (for embedded and control systems)
- Motion control: Motors, sensors, actuators
- Systems integration: Hardware + Software
- Robotics system testing and fault triage
- 4–8 years experience in robotics, automation, or product development
- Strong interdisciplinary skill set (mechanical, electrical, software)
- Proven ability to take projects from concept to validation
- Comfortable working independently and cross-functionally within an R&D lab
Apply now or reach out for more info!