Design & Development Engineer

Design & Development EngineerBirmingham | £40,000 - £45,000 + BenefitsATA Recruitment are working closely with a leading developer of advanced robotic systems to recruit a Design & Development Engineer for their growing engineering team in Birmingham.This is a fantastic opportunity to join an innovative, R&D-driven business that designs and assembles cutting-edge robotic technology used to carry out inspections in difficult-to-access and safety-critical environments. Their products help eliminate the need for personnel to work at height by utilising sophisticated wall-climbing robotic systems.The successful candidate will play a key role in the development of new products, taking concepts from initial idea through design, prototyping, testing and manufacture. This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer or Product Development Engineer who thrives on solving complex engineering challenges and wants to see their designs brought to life.The RoleAs a Design & Development Engineer, you will be responsible for:Taking new product development projects from concept through to manufacture.Creating 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings.Developing proof-of-principle designs and prototypes.Designing complex mechanical assemblies and mechanisms.Liaising with suppliers and subcontract manufacturers to source prototype and production components.Building and testing prototype equipment.Supporting product validation and development activities.Producing technical documentation and manufacturing information.Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams including mechanical, electronics and software engineers.The ProductsYou will be involved in the development of innovative robotic systems incorporating:Complex mechanical assembliesPulley and belt drive systemsCNC machined componentsSheet metal fabrications3D printed partsAluminium and plastic enclosuresAbout YouTo be considered for this position, you should have:Experience within a Design Engineering, Product Development or R&D environment.Strong 3D CAD experience (SolidWorks preferred, although other CAD packages will be considered).Experience developing products from concept through to manufacture.Experience producing detailed manufacturing drawings.A hands-on approach to engineering and prototype development.Strong problem-solving and communication skills.Desirable ExperienceRoboticsMobile roboticsDrones/UAVsMechatronicsAdvanced electromechanical productsWhat's in it for You?Salary of £40,000 - £45,00025 days holiday plus bank holidaysPension SchemeOpportunity to work on genuinely innovative technologyVaried role with ownership across the full product development lifecycleCollaborative R&D-focused culture where your ideas can make a real impactGrowing business with exciting future plansApply NowIf you are a Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, Product Development Engineer, R&D Engineer, Development Engineer or Robotics Engineer looking for an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and innovative new product development projects, we would love to hear from you.ATA Recruitment are working exclusively with this client we will be conducting a short list starting today, we will conduct the 1st interview over the phone and the successful candidates will then be forwarded to our client with our recommendation.If you wish to be considered for this opportunity then please respond with your intention as we are looking to fill this role in the not-so-distant future, you will then be contacting by one of our Recruitment Consultant who will be able to provide more details.Contact:Bhav PatelRecruitment ConsultantATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website.By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our websiteATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientationTPBN1_UKTJ