Senior Mechanical Engineer – MiPA (human)
LocationMetzingen / Riederich
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience10+ yrs
DepartmentHardware
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedJul 2, 2026 · 3mo ago
Verified live1d ago
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Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a comparable field
10+ years of experience in mechanical product development
Strong expertise in mechanical design, machine elements, and complex electromechanical systems
Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, or Siemens NX
Strong understanding of structural mechanics, tolerancing, and manufacturing processes
Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation and BOMs
Familiarity with DFM/DFA methodologies
Understanding of complete mechatronic systems
Structured and independent working style with strong ownership mentality
Good German and/or English communication skills
Experience in robotics, automation, autonomous systems, or mobile machinery
Experience with PDM/PLM systems such as SolidWorks PDM or Windchill
Knowledge of machining, sheet metal, castings, injection molding, or assembly processes
Experience leading technical projects or mentoring engineers
Skills
SolidWorks
Creo
Siemens NX
SolidWorks PDM
Windchill
Your mission & challenges
About the role
In our MiPA Robotics team, we are developing the next generation of cognitive mobile robots designed to operate safely and intelligently in human environments. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will take ownership of complex mechanical systems and drive product development from concept to production.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Development, design, and optimization of mechanical systems for the MiPA robotics platform
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Design of structural assemblies, robot body components, mounting systems, mechanisms, and integrated electromechanical subsystems
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Creation of CAD models, technical drawings, engineering documentation, and bills of materials
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Performing strength, stiffness, tolerance, and durability analyses
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Driving Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) throughout the development process
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Supporting prototype build, integration, validation, and testing activities
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Close collaboration with electronics, controls, software, systems engineering, and manufacturing teams
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Selection of suitable materials, manufacturing technologies, and production processes
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Ownership of engineering data quality, documentation standards, and revision management
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Contributing to technical decision-making, design reviews, and product architecture discussions
What we can look forward to
Must-Have
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Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a comparable field
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10+ years of experience in mechanical product development
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Strong expertise in mechanical design, machine elements, and complex electromechanical systems
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Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, or Siemens NX
•
Strong understanding of structural mechanics, tolerancing, and manufacturing processes
•
Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation and BOMs
•
Familiarity with DFM/DFA methodologies
•
Understanding of complete mechatronic systems
•
Structured and independent working style with strong ownership mentality
•
Good German and/or English communication skills
Nice-to-Have
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Experience in robotics, automation, autonomous systems, or mobile machinery
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Experience with PDM/PLM systems such as SolidWorks PDM or Windchill
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Knowledge of machining, sheet metal, castings, injection molding, or assembly processes
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Experience leading technical projects or mentoring engineers