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Robotics Senior DFM Engineer

Helsing · Barcelona

Defenseonsitesenior
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At a glance

Highlights

  • Bridge prototype development and scalable manufacture for robotics portfolio.
  • Lead transition from prototype to production-ready robotic systems at scale.
  • Turn complex design intent into production processes that hold up in reality.

What they offer

  • Competitive salary and VSOP options
  • Relocation support up to €2,500 and 4 weeks temporary accommodation
  • €500 yearly learning allowance
  • Gym membership and mental health support
  • Regular company events and monthly social allowances
  • Enhanced parental leave: 22 weeks for primary caregivers and 6 weeks for secondary caregivers
  • Family support including paid emergency leave and phased return to work
  • Hands-on onboarding program building tooling and applications

Ideal candidate

Mission-driven manufacturing engineer who thrives at the prototype-to-production boundary, collaborating across teams to scale reliable robotic systems with quality and efficiency in mind.

Requirements

  • Delivered manufacturing processes for complex mechanical or electromechanical products from prototype to scalable production in high-mix, low-to-medium volume environments
  • Deep knowledge of DFM and DFA across CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, injection-moulded plastics and additive manufacturing
  • Proficient in 3D CAD modelling, ideally SolidWorks, with production-grade BOMs, work instructions and drawing packages
  • Experience specifying and procuring manufacturing equipment, tooling and fixtures for repeatable assembly
  • Clear communicator across mechanical, electrical, production, quality and testing teams
  • Experience with robotic, automation or mechatronic systems

Lab profile

About Helsing

Defence AI company building AI-enabled capabilities to protect democracies.

What they build

  • Autonomous combat drones (HX-2)
  • AI agents for fighter aircraft
  • AI-based surveillance and reconnaissance systems

Known for

  • Defence AI
  • Autonomy and robotics
  • Perception and sensor fusion
  • Avionics and systems engineering

Key facts

  • Founded in 2021
  • Headquartered in Berlin, Germany
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