Mechanical Design Engineer

We are passionate about Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and Food, you will become part of a dynamic team from a variety of backgrounds that desire to make an impact in the food industry.

You will take ownership for the detailed design and implementation of parts and sub-assemblies that are reliable, safe, cost effective, easy to manufacture and assemble within the restrictions imposed by project requirements, costs and planning in our R&D department.

• Create 3D modeling and detailed drawing of parts and assemblies with Solidworks

• Create and maintain Bill Of Materials

• Perform calculation, including FEM analysis (stress, thermal, fluid, kinematic and tolerance analysis) and create related documentation

• Create physical prototypes by means of 3D-printing, handcrafting or other manufacturing techniques

• Interface with suppliers for the identification of standard components, within the procurement strategies of the Company, as well as for manufacturing of custom designed parts

• Collaborate with the PCB Layout Designer for the integration in the mechanical structure

• Perform quality assessment of the manufactured parts (check that produced parts/components are according to specifications)

• Execute functional tests on the prototypes and create written reports

• Collaborate to the integration tests execution with electronic/electrical engineer

• Troubleshoot issues and root cause analysis related to parts / assemblies of your responsibility

• Collaborate with project team in the creation of planning and work review according to agile methodology.

• Problem solving for mechanical and materials issues
• Self-motivated and passionate about your work and mechanical systems
• Great aptitude for teamwork
• Optimistic, proactive, resilient, self-motivated and focused
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Flexible to handle unforeseen events and large workloads
• Strong interpersonal and writing skills
• Always eager to learn and improve.

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical engineering principles
• Good knowledge of materials and manufacturing techniques (e.g. plastics injection molding, sheet metal, steel welding)
• Experience in the design of complex assemblies, with moving parts and cables management
• Experience in consumer-product development is considered a plus
• Good knowledge and experience with GD&T and tolerance analysis
• Good knowledge of laboratory instruments and 3D printing/prototyping techniques
• Experience in 3D modeling, detailed drawing, and FEM analysis with Solidworks
• Experience in BOM management
• Medium/advanced in English.

The role is based in Reggio Emilia, Italy.

We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with experience.

We apply a hybrid work policy.