Industry 4.0 technologies and advanced mechatronic system design, supporting technical project delivery and collaborating with leading academics and industrial innovators.

Key Responsibilities and Skills

You will have:

• A Master's or PhD degree in a relevant engineering field (e.g. Robotics, Automation, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic Engineering, Applied Physics), or equivalent industrial experience.
• Practical experience in automation engineering, robotics integration, or mechatronic system development.
• Expertise in the design, development, and integration of robotic systems with sensors, vision systems, PLCs, and industrial control hardware.
• Strong track record of technical problem-solving and engineering project delivery.
• Excellent analytical, technical report writing, and communication skills.

This position will report to the Director of NERIC and will also be expected to engage with the wider project team. The Development Engineer will be expected to deliver outputs for the GMCA Industrial Strategy Zone, in particular working with SMEs in the Greater Manchester area.