robotics engineer Portsmouth, South East England, England
Job description
Position: Mechatronics Engineer
- Salary: £40,000 - £50,000
Full Time
Permanent
Who we are: Subsea Craft is a fast growing, privately funded, UK-based SME delivering Advanced Maritime Technology. We leverage our team’s defence experience with cross-industry partnerships in the field of advanced naval engineering. Our flagship product, VICTA, is a Diver Delivery Unit - a surface submersible craft designed to operate at speed over range and capable of rapid transition beneath the surface to operate submerged, enabling the discreet delivery and recovery of divers. It is a unique, innovative British product focused primarily on the defence market but with utility beyond.
What we offer:
Private Healthcare
Share Options
Life Insurance
Critical Illness Cover
Unlimited Paid Holiday
Ongoing professional development and training
Pension contribution
Flexible Working
A culture of diversity and innovative thinking
Responsibilities will include:
Design and develop mechatronic systems, including selecting appropriate mechanical components, sensors, actuators, and electronic components to meet project requirements.
Provide a critical link in the integration of mechanical, electrical and software components across a product.
Applying analysis outputs to demonstrate compliance with safety, functional and performance requirements.
Sensor configuration and calibration.
PLC and embedded programming for closed loop control based on system requirements.
Knowledge of the systems engineering lifecycle and an ability to apply good systems engineering practices to your work.
Able to implement the detailed design solutions using CAD and PLM to ensure all details of design and installation.
Develop and implement control algorithms and software to regulate the behaviour of mechatronic systems, enabling precise and efficient operation.
Diagnose and resolve technical issues in mechatronic systems and provide ongoing maintenance and support to ensure proper functionality.
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, electronics engineers, and software developers, to achieve project goals.
Stay updated with the latest advancements in mechatronics and related fields and apply innovative solutions to enhance product performance and capabilities.
Assist with production of Bill of Materials/part creation.
Hardware and software commissioning and testing.
Qualifications and Experience:
Essential
Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
Experience in the design and development of mechatronic systems.
Process instrumentation and sensor selection based on system requirements.
Solid working knowledge of modern control theory and its application in mechatronic systems.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality results.
Desirable
Knowledge and experience in condition-based monitoring systems and data acquisition systems.
Awareness of noise rejection and immunity techniques in data acquisition.
Experience with fluid power systems, electrical actuators, and servo motors.
Familiarity with industrial automation and programming PLCs.
Embedded programming in C/C++
Working Conditions:
The role will primarily be based in the SubSea Craft office in Portsmouth, UK, with occasional travel to the Portland facility in Dorset during trials. The position may involve work in a
manufacturing environment and at sea during trials, which may present physical challenges and
require adherence to safety protocols. Note that due to the nature of work undertaken at
SubSea Craft, the selected candidate must be capable of meeting the security requirements of
the position, which would include as a minimum the Baseline Personnel Security Standard
(BPSS), with Security Check likely for specific projects.
Values: Our people are our greatest asset, we continually strive to provide an excellent working environment to enable our team to do their best work. We have an agile professional workforce: we are founded on the belief that our people are valued and our business is trusted, inclusive and commercially-adept.
What we expect from you:
Teamwork, mutual respect and collaboration
Initiative and independent working
Honesty and integrity
Business and commercial awareness
Agility, adaptability and continuous development
We regret that due to the high volume of applications we are unable to acknowledge every application. Please bear in mind that if you are selected for an interview we will aim to contact you within 14 days of your application or the closing date (if stated). However, if we think that your skills and qualifications may be suitable for other similar positions we may hold your details on our database and contact you in the future. Please let us know if you do not wish us to keep your details on file.
