Mechanical Design Engineer (Gloucester, UK)

Engineering · Gloucester, UK

Join ICOMAT – Revolutionising the Future of Lightweight Manufacturing!

iCOMAT is an advanced manufacturing company that invented Rapid Tow Shearing (RTS) - the only proven technology for producing defect-free curved-fiber composite parts at industrial scale. We deliver the lightest structures possible for aerospace, automotive, defense, and space, at a rate and cost efficiency that far exceeds existing composite production processes.

We build and operate automated factories for composite materials, delivering components to Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs. The business has three main divisions: development of automated production machines, development of software design and production tools, and operation of the factory. We work with 25+ customers and developed and are currently scaling a significant Series A, with growth plans that will see the business multiply in size over the next two to three years and expand operations into the UK, Europe and the US.

The business has currently more than 130,000 sqm of production capacity with manufacturing facilities in the UK (Gloucester and Swindon) and the US (Dayton, Ohio); a Hardware R&D Centre in Bristol, UK; and a Software R&D Centre in Athens, Greece.

Role

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will design, specify and deliver custom mechanical equipment and tooling solutions for our manufacturing facilities. You will work on complex technical challenges, bringing designs from concept through to factory commissioning and operation. Reporting to the CTO/VP Engineering, you will collaborate with mechanical, software and production teams to develop optimised solutions that advance our technological capabilities.

What you will be doing:

• Designing and developing custom mechanical equipment and tooling solutions

• Performing engineering analysis, FEA simulations and testing to validate designs

• Optimising component and assembly designs for manufacturability, cost and performance

• Creating detailed design documentation, CAD models, engineering drawings and specifications

• Selecting and specifying components, materials and manufacturing processes

• Commissioning new equipment at factory sites, troubleshooting issues and implementing solutions

• Collaborating with software, electrical and production teams to integrate solutions

• Supporting procurement and supplier interactions

• Contributing to continuous improvement and innovation initiatives

What we think you'll need:

• Mechanical engineering degree or equivalent professional experience

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design and development

• Proficiency in CAD software (CATIA or similar 3D modelling tools)

• Experience with mechanical analysis and FEA (ANSYS or equivalent)

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and material properties

• Experience in machine design or precision engineering

• Problem-solving and analytical skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

What we can offer:

• A meaningful role in a scale-up with significant growth potential

• Collaboration with world-class engineers and experts

• Exposure to cutting-edge manufacturing technology and innovation

• A team environment that values quality, collaboration and continuous improvement

• Competitive compensation and benefits package

• Flexible working arrangements

• The opportunity to work on products that matter, in industries that matter