Senior Mechanical Engineer – MiPA (human)

About the role

\n\nYour mission & challengesIn 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: • Development, design, and optimization of mechanical systems for the MiPA robotics platform • Design of structural assemblies, robot body components, mounting systems, mechanisms, and integrated electromechanical subsystems • Creation of CAD models, technical drawings, engineering documentation, and bills of materials • Performing strength, stiffness, tolerance, and durability analyses • Driving Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) throughout the development process • Supporting prototype build, integration, validation, and testing activities • Close collaboration with electronics, controls, software, systems engineering, and manufacturing teams • Selection of suitable materials, manufacturing technologies, and production processes • Ownership of engineering data quality, documentation standards, and revision management • Contributing to technical decision-making, design reviews, and product architecture discussions What we can look forward toMust-Have • 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 Nice-to-Have • 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