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Robotics DFM Engineer

Helsing Barcelona On-site senior full-time

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Description

Job Overview

As a Robotics DFM Engineer at Helsing, based in Barcelona, you will play a crucial role at the intersection of engineering innovation and production reality. Your primary responsibility will be to bridge prototype development and scalable manufacture for Helsing's robotics portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the transition from prototype to production-ready designs by applying Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
  • Develop, document, and optimise manufacturing processes, work instructions, bills of materials, and assembly procedures.
  • Specify, procure, and develop fixturing, tooling, and manufacturing equipment to support production-ready assembly processes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve manufacturing issues early in the design cycle.
  • Drive improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, and cost reduction using data from production builds.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in delivering manufacturing processes for complex mechanical or electromechanical products.
  • Deep technical knowledge of DFM and DFA principles across various manufacturing disciplines.
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD modelling, preferably SolidWorks, and experience in producing high-quality manufacturing documentation.
  • Experience in specifying and procuring manufacturing equipment, tools, and fixtures.
  • Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Nice to Have

  • Experience working on robotic, automation, or mechatronic systems.
  • A track record of managing the full prototype-to-mass-production journey.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and VSOP options
  • Relocation support: up to €2,500 and 4 weeks temporary accommodation
  • Learning: €500/£450 yearly allowance
  • Health & wellness: gym membership and mental health support (Nilo.health)
  • Social: regular company events and monthly social allowances
  • Enhanced parental leave: 22 weeks fully paid for primary caregivers & 6 weeks for secondary caregivers
  • Family support: 5 days of paid family emergency leave, 100% remote work option during pregnancy and phased return to work

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