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.