Amodo Design
Mechanical Engineer
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Mechanical Engineer
About Amodo
We are a Sheffield based start-up providing expert engineering consultancy to a variety of clients and industries. We primarily focus on engineered product design, and work in a range of industries and contexts from quantum computing and biotech to heavy industry and animal welfare. We have a focus on ethical and sustainable delivery, but that means more to us than just bamboo straws and tote bags - we choose to work on projects that matter, work to deliver the best solution for our clients no matter what, and commit to doing so without compromising our values.
Successful candidates will work alongside our multidisciplinary team to design and develop cutting edge solutions, systems, and products.
About You
We value drive, culture fit, and a track-record of engineering excellence and above all else, but the below competencies, interests, and attributes are extremely desirable:
- Strong background in mechanical design - concepts, calcs, and CAD
- Practical experience with GD&T and fully defined engineering drawings
- Experience with design for manufacture and manufacturing systems
- Interest in or experience in practical making - very familiar with a toolbox.
- 3+ years experience post-qualification
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Alongside the above, the below competencies will strengthen an application:
- Familiarity with electrical and electronics
- Programming competence (preferably python, cpp)
- Expertise in design for specific manufacturing processes, particularly Injection moulding or precision machining.
- An eye for beautiful as well as practical design
- Chartered Engineer or working towards Chartered Status
What is it like to work at Amodo?
Our values
- Truth-seeking
- Excellent
- Enthusiastic
- Kind
- Humble
- Always learning
Our approach
- We think before diving in, iterate fast, and focus on the highest-impact 80/20 work.
- We favour rapid experimentation, quick feedback loops, and sprinting to “something that works” rather than over-planning.
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Feedback culture
- We practice radical candor, which means being clear and direct while staying kind, and welcoming feedback at every level.
No “not my job”-ism
- If we see something wrong, we fix it.
- If your part of a project is going great and another is struggling, don’t settle for polishing a chunk of a struggling ship.
Socials
- Table tennis every lunch
- Personal project evenings
- Pub trips
- Trail running club, and more
Office
- Spacious, modern space in central Sheffield, with parking and bike storage.
- In-house workshop and equipment for our mechanical and electrical work.
Project structure
- You will generally be on 1 main project at a time, whilst supporting on 1-2 smaller projects.
- Team sizes vary from 2-10+ engineers, where most are ~4.
- Durations largely are within the 2 - 8 months range.
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