Job Description:
Job DescriptionWe are looking for a skilled and experienced Robotics or Mechatronics Engineer to provide technical research, design assistance and guidance for a UK university final-year Mechanical Engineering research project.
The project focuses on the design and development of an
Adaptive Robotic Gripper capable of handling objects of different shapes, sizes and weights using adjustable gripping force, force sensors and soft gripping materials.
The ideal candidate should have strong technical knowledge, practical engineering experience and the ability to explain complex engineering concepts clearly.
Key Responsibilities- Assist with academic research, literature reviews and identifying relevant scientific papers.
- Provide technical guidance on robotic gripper mechanisms, particularly adaptive three-finger grippers.
- Support 3D CAD modelling and mechanical design using SolidWorks.
- Advise on force sensors, actuators, gripping mechanisms and suitable materials.
- Provide guidance on engineering calculations, simulations and design validation.
- Assist with understanding prototype development, sensor integration and basic control systems.
- Review technical work, identify potential design problems and suggest improvements.
- Provide regular online technical guidance and support throughout the project.
Working ArrangementThis is a remote, part-time opportunity with flexible working hours. The selected candidate will provide ongoing technical guidance, research support and design feedback. The student will remain responsible for completing and submitting their own academic work.
Job Specification:
- Strong mechanical design fundamentals, including mechanisms, tolerances, materials and design for prototyping.
- Practical SolidWorks skills for 3D part modelling, assemblies, drawings and design revisions.
- Knowledge of robotics and mechatronics, including actuators, sensors, linkages and electromechanical integration.
- Ability to develop and evaluate adaptive gripper concepts and relate design choices to grasping requirements.
- Hands-on prototyping, testing, measurement, troubleshooting and iterative problem-solving ability.
- Comfort interpreting technical requirements and producing clear engineering documentation.
- Effective collaboration and communication with multidisciplinary teams, plus a systematic approach to technical support.
- Familiarity with embedded controls, microcontrollers or robotic control systems is beneficial.
- Good understanding of robotics, robotic manipulators and gripping mechanisms.
- Knowledge of force sensors, actuators and mechanical control systems.
- Experience with MATLAB, Python, Arduino or robotics simulation software is an advantage.
- Ability to understand academic research papers and explain technical concepts.
- Practical experience in robotic gripper design, force sensing, CAD modelling and academic research is preferred.
Job Rewards and Benefits: Incentive Bonus,Leaves