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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Crover
Edinburgh
2 weeks ago
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Imagine being part of a cutting‑edge project that’s revolutionizing the way we approach technology – like being at the forefront of drone development before drones were mainstream. At Crover, we are a pioneering, award‑winning team that has developed the world’s first robotic device capable of swimming through dense granular media like sand, grains, and powders – the CROVER robot.


Company Description


Our primary product, the CROVER Robotic Grain Storage Management system, helps grain storage operators detect critical issues such as hotspots early on, ensuring the quality of cereal grains and oilseeds like corn, soybeans, wheat, and barley in bulk storage.


Job Description

We’re offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced and highly‑skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of new versions of the CROVER robots.


Key Responsibilities

  • Design robotic systems with a strong emphasis on user experience, form, and function.
  • Balance mechanical performance with simplicity, elegance, and manufacturability.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop products that are intuitive to use, service, and maintain.
  • Explore and prototype different housing designs, interfaces, and modular architectures.
  • Integrate user feedback into design decisions to improve usability, performance, and clarity.
  • Own 3D CAD development, prototyping, and mechanical architecture of robotic systems.
  • Create parts and assemblies that are visually refined while surviving harsh environments.
  • Support low‑volume production with clear documentation, exploded views, and assembly instructions.
  • Work closely with branding, product, and engineering teams to bring a unified product vision to life.

Qualifications

  • Industrial Experience: Minimum 7 years in product design, mechanical design, or robotics.
  • Product Development: Experience taking a product to market within timelines and budget.
  • Strong Portfolio: Demonstrates thoughtful product design and functional engineering.
  • CAD Proficiency: 3D CAD (e.g., FUSION 360, SOLIDWORKS).
  • Engineering Fundamentals: Solid understanding of FEA.
  • Prototyping: Fast‑prototyping expertise and hands‑on mindset.
  • Work Ethic: Self‑starting with a can‑do attitude.
  • Collaboration Skills: Strong communication across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Enclosures: Experience designing housings, enclosures, or systems for dusty or harsh environments.
  • Problem‑solving: Ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
  • English: Strong written and verbal communication.
  • Attention to detail and organization.
  • International team experience.
  • Adaptability to fast‑paced environments.
  • Eagerness to learn new skills.

Benefits

  • Competitive total compensation linked to experience.
  • Collaborative and innovative environment.
  • Exit‑based share options incentive plan.
  • Professional growth and development opportunities.
  • Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
  • On‑site parking.

Additional Information

  • Location: Edinburgh (Scotland) – on‑site, daily presence at The National Robotarium.
  • Portfolio: Submittable with application.
  • Visa sponsorship available for exceptional candidates.

Recruitment Process

  • First Stage: Shortlisting.
  • Initial Interview – Screening and Essential Criteria assessment.
  • Final Stage Interview with technical assessment.
  • Decision / Offer.

Seniority level

Executive


Employment type

Full‑time


Job function

Engineering and Information Technology


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