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Mechanical Design Engineer

London, United Kingdom💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-17 → 2026-09-25

Core

Design and deliver robust mechanical integration solutions for compute and sensors on real-world vehicles, taking ideas from concept through prototype to manufacture.

Role type

Mechanical Design Engineer (Automotive Integration)

Builds

Mechanical integration solutions for sensors and compute across vehicle platforms, including test rigs, jigs, and fixtures.

Domain

Automotive / Mechanical Engineering

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

Mechanical design fundamentals, SolidWorks (master model development, multi-part assemblies), GD&T, BOM management, 2D drawing creation, manufacturing process knowledge (sheet metal, machining, vacuum casting, 3D printing), test rig/jig/fixture design, FMEA/DFMEA risk assessment.

Preferred skills

Surface modelling, aluminium extrusion-based builds, electronic systems understanding (voltage basics, harness development, compute selection), FDM printing experience.

Technologies

SolidWorks, SolidWorks PDM

Responsibilities

Design and integrate mechanical solutions for sensors and compute; own mechanical design trade-offs (performance, cost, manufacturability, serviceability); develop and build HiLs, test rigs, jigs, and fixtures; produce 2D drawings, assemblies, and BOMs; partner with supply chain and external suppliers to source and manufacture parts; collaborate cross-functionally with electronics and other engineering teams; create build instructions, inspection checklists, and safety/quality documentation.

Seniority

Mid-Senior (4+ years experience)

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