Mechanical Designer

Location Broughton
Job Type Contract
Salary £35.13 PAYE or £47.00 Umbrella
Reference JN -102025-5650_1759773461
Work Type Office-based

Mechanical Designer - Robotics & Automation (Airbus, Broughton)

Location: Broughton, Chester (Onsite)

Hours: 35 per week (4.5 days, flexible between 7am-7pm)

Pay: £35.13/hr PAYE or £47.00/hr Umbrella (depending on experience)

Security Clearance: BPSS+ (completed by Airbus Security)

IR35: Inside

About the Role

Join Airbus' Robotics and Automation team as a Mechanical Designer and help shape the future of aerospace manufacturing. You'll play a key role in developing, designing, and delivering innovative robotic solutions for use on Airbus shop floors. This is a hands-on, collaborative role where your ideas and expertise will directly impact the next generation of aerospace technology.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Invent, design, build, and test cutting-edge robotic solutions for aerospace manufacturing.
  • Develop and analyse concept solutions to solve real-world engineering challenges.
  • Perform complex simulations (loads, stress, fatigue, manufacturability) and GD&T analysis.
  • Design mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic 2D/3D models using industry-leading CAD tools (e.g., CATIA, 3DX).
  • Create manufacturing drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation.
  • Develop and validate prototypes and demonstrators, ensuring safety and quality standards are met.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to industrialise new products.
  • Mentor junior engineers and share best practices.
  • Support the integration and advanced maintenance of deployed robotic systems.

What We're Looking For

  • MSc or PhD in Controls, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related discipline, or equivalent hands-on experience as a Mechanical, Application, or Robotics Engineer.
  • Strong background in robotics/actuated systems control, dynamics, and kinematics.
  • Experience with robot simulation software (e.g., KUKA.Sim, RoboGuide, Visual Components, DELMIA, RoboStudio, Matlab/Simulink, RoboDK).
  • High proficiency in CAD software (CATIA, 3DX).
  • Practical skills in prototyping, assembly, and problem-solving.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently when needed.
  • A positive, can-do attitude and a passion for innovation.

Why Join Us?

  • Impact: Be at the forefront of robotics innovation in aerospace.
  • Growth: Develop your expertise and mentor others in a supportive, collaborative environment.
  • Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible work pattern
  • Reward: Competitive pay rates and the opportunity to work on high-profile projects.
  • Inclusive Culture: We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Ready to take your career to new heights? Apply today and help us build the future of aerospace robotics with Guidant Global and Airbus.