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Mechanical R&D Engineer

Exotec - Wasquehal, Hauts-de-France, France - In-office - posted 2026-09-10

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Exotec is a French industrial unicorn revolutionizing automation and robotics through the combination of AI and high-performance hardware. Their solutions are deployed globally and transform how major brands in commerce and industry deliver products while improving working conditions. As a Mechanical R&D Engineer within a 14-person R&D team, you will contribute to the design and evolution of Exotec's robotic products, including the Skypod robots, preparation stations, and conveyor systems. Key responsibilities include: - Participate in defining mechanical architecture for systems and subsystems - Perform calculations and dimensioning of mechanical assemblies - Contribute to design, development, and integration of mechatronic and automated solutions - Oversee external mechanical design bureaus and component/parts suppliers - Select and specify appropriate components (mechanical parts, motors, actuators, sensors, etc.) - Supervise and validate mechanical assembly and subassembly designs in CAD (Onshape) - Verify and validate dimensioning hypotheses and results - Analyze technical drawings (functional dimensioning, geometric tolerances) - Establish and monitor test plans through final validation Requirements: - Engineering degree or equivalent qualification with specialization in mechanics or mechatronics - Approximately 2 years of experience in mechanical design - Strong proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks, CATIA, or equivalent) - Competency in mechanical dimensioning, calculations, and material selection - Foundational knowledge in mechatronics (motor, sensor, and actuator integration) - Comfortable reading and analyzing technical drawings (functional dimensioning, geometric tolerances) - Prior experience in industrial, robotics, or automation environments is a plus - Curious, rigorous, and problem-solving oriented - Comfortable working in teams within dynamic, high-growth environments - Good level of English and French (written and oral)

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