Mechanical Engineer (Hardware Tooling)
Core
Design and build internal lab fixtures, jigs, rigs, and bench structures to enable faster development and validation of autonomous defense hardware.
Role type
Mechanical Engineer (Hardware Tooling)
Builds
Lab fixtures, environmental validation rigs, instrument enclosures, and RF/antenna characterisation mechanics for R&D teams.
Domain
Defense / Hardware R&D
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
SolidWorks (complex assembly, GD&T), rapid prototyping (3D printing, CNC), in-house fabrication, mechanism design, electronics integration, FEA, thermal/CFD analysis
Preferred skills
Pneumatic actuation design, modular fixture standardization, supply chain management
Technologies
SolidWorks, 3D printing, CNC, aluminium framing
Responsibilities
Design fixtures, jigs, enclosures, and bench structures with full electronics integration; Design clamping, alignment, and actuation mechanisms; Build fixtures rapidly in-house and via suppliers; Validate fixture repeatability, durability, and ergonomics; Manage quick-turn machining and printing suppliers; Define and maintain modular fixture-mechanics standards.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC