Research Associate in Mechatronics Design

Heriot-Watt University

Full time Midlothian, Scotland Engineers

Posted:

January 30, 2026

Location:

Midlothian, Scotland, United Kingdom

Job Description

Role: Research Associate in Mechatronics Design
Directorate: The School of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Salary: Grade 7 - £37,694 - £47,389

Contract Type: Full Time (1FTE), Fixed Term for 12 months with the possibility of a 1 year extension
Detailed Description 

We are looking for a highly experienced and skilled PDRA who will work on the EU project AEROSUB “Automated Inspection Robots For Surface, Aerial And Underwater Substructures“. The PDRA is expected to have experience in the following topics: 
Mechatronics design and development, 
3D CAD tools, 
Motors, motor drivers, 
Manufacturing and assembly of systems with unconventional mechanical parts, 
Implementation of mechanical design, motor control, and electronics for robotic end-effectors, 
Robotic manipulation, 
Visual-servoing,
Tele-operation 
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Job Overview

Job Type: Full time

Location: Midlothian, United Kingdom

Posted: January 30, 2026

Deadline: March 11, 2026