Senior Design Engineer – MiPA (human)

Neura Robotics

Metzingen / Riederich, Germany

On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at experienced mechanical engineers who lead complex design projects and coordinate cross-functional teams.

Best fit for

Experienced mechanical engineers with leadership experience in product development and cross-functional coordination
— “Coordinate development activities across mechanical, electronics, software, manufacturing, and sourcing teams”
Candidates with a deep understanding of manufacturing and a background in electromechanical systems
— “Solid understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, sheet metal, castings, injection molding, and assembly processes”
Individuals with 10+ years of experience in mechanical product development and a history of creating production-ready designs
— “10+ years of experience in mechanical product development”

Things to consider

The role requires a commitment to long-term product development and industrialization processes
— “from concept design to production release”
Candidates must be prepared to manage technical documentation and engineering standards rigorously
— “Define and maintain engineering design standards and documentation quality”

How to stand out

Highlight experience in leading mechanical design projects and industrializing products for mass production
— “Lead mechanical design projects for MiPA and its subsystems”
Emphasize your ability to perform structural and manufacturability analyses in your resume and interview responses
— “Perform structural, stability, durability, and tolerance analyses”
Showcase your proficiency in SolidWorks and any experience with SolidWorks PDM in your application materials
— “Proficiency in SolidWorks; experience with SolidWorks PDM is highly desirable”
Include specific examples of DFM/DFA implementation in your resume and interview stories
— “Drive Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) throughout the product development process”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

10+ years of experience in mechanical product development
Experience developing complex electromechanical systems

Typical background

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a comparable field

Skills & requirements

Required

Mechanical EngineeringMechatronicsRoboticsMechanical DesignStructural AnalysisEngineering DocumentationManufacturing ProcessesSolidworksDfm/dfa Methodologies

Preferred

Experience With Mobile Robotic Or Service Robotic SystemsKnowledge Of Creo/windchill

Stack & domain

Mechanical EngineeringMechatronicsRoboticsCADTechnical DrawingsProduct StructuresBills Of MaterialsStructural AnalysisStability AnalysisDurability AnalysisTolerance AnalysisDesign For Manufacturing (dfm)Design For Assembly (dfa)Engineering Design StandardsManufacturing ProcessesSolidworksDfm/dfa MethodologiesMobile Robotic SystemsService Robotic SystemsCreo/windchillTeamworkProblem-solvingCommunicationLeadershipProject ManagementMechanical DesignManufacturingEngineering

About the role

Original posting from Neura Robotics via Ashby

As a Senior Design Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping the next generation of MiPA, NEURA Robotics' cognitive mobile robot platform. You will be responsible for the mechanical development of complex robotic subsystems, from concept design to production release, while ensuring high standards in engineering documentation, product structures, and manufacturability.
Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will help create robots that safely interact with people and operate across industrial, commercial, and everyday environments.
YOUR MISSION & CHALLENGES
Lead mechanical design projects for MiPA and its subsystems
Develop robust mechanical architectures and production-ready designs
Create and maintain CAD models, technical drawings, product structures, and bills of materials
Perform structural, stability, durability, and tolerance analyses
Drive Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) throughout the product development process
Define and maintain engineering design standards and documentation quality
Coordinate development activities across mechanical, electronics, software, manufacturing, and sourcing teams
Support prototype builds, testing, validation, and product industrialization
Manage engineering changes, revisions, and configuration control processes
Contribute to technical decision-making, risk assessments, and design reviews
WHAT WE CAN LOOK FORWARD TO
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a comparable field
10+ years of experience in mechanical product development
Experience developing complex electromechanical systems
Strong expertise in mechanical design, structural analysis, and engineering documentation
Solid understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, sheet metal, castings, injection molding, and assembly processes
Proficiency in SolidWorks; experience with SolidWorks PDM is highly desirable
Familiarity with DFM/DFA methodologies
Experience working in robotics, automation, medical devices, automotive, aerospace, or similar industries
NICE TO HAVE
Experience with mobile robotic or service robotic systems
Knowledge of Creo/Windchill
Prior technical leadership or project ownership experience

Source: Neura Robotics careers (Ashby)