R&D Mechanical Engineer

About the role

Movu Robotics designs and manufactures its own intralogistics robot systems, offering an in-house, hands-on work environment. The R&D Mechanical Engineer is responsible for researching and developing mechanical components and system modules, covering conceptualisation, design, engineering and testing of new prototypes and full systems.

Key responsibilities

• Review current automated warehouse solutions on performance, downtime and technical specifications.
• Discuss improvement points of Movu Robotics products with colleagues from R&D, service and testing.
• Lead R&D activities for mechanical components and the full mechanical product.
• Develop a proof of concept (PoC) and plan a timeline according to the Product Development Process.
• Perform mechanical design of system modules in NX and select and calculate components.
• Interface with controls specialists to design complete mechatronic solutions.
• Create full production files (BOMs, drawings, datasheets) and manage design states and revisions in the PLM package.
• Discuss test specifications with the Test & Validation team, review prototype test reports and adapt the PoC accordingly.
• Work with the production engineer on assembly training for the production team.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechatronics or a related field.
• At least 5 years of engineering experience, preferably in material handling, manufacturing, automation, machine or aerospace industries.
• Mainly mechanical expertise, with interest in controls, electronics and software.
• Autonomous team player; English at C1 level or higher is required, Dutch highly recommended.

Required skills

• CAD knowledge and experience with NX.
• Component selection and calculation.

What we offer

• An attractive salary in an international environment with many benefits.
• Company car with fuel card or charging pass, group health insurance and meal vouchers (8 EUR).
• Net allowances, CAO90 bonus, laptop and iPhone with subscription.
• 20 days of vacation plus 12 extra days for working a full year on a 40-hour week (32 leave days in total).
• Intensive training by experienced people and the freedom to take initiative.