Mechanical Engineer (Consumer Hardware)
Full-Time | Hybrid (London) | £45,000–£65,000 + Bonus + Share Options
About the Opportunity
They are building the future of digital sports coaching. By combining sensor-driven hardware, AI, biomechanics, and real-time feedback , they are creating a product that helps athletes improve faster and get more from their sport.
Their technology sits at the intersection of hardware, mobile, and data science, with a strong focus on building systems that perform reliably in the real world, not just in controlled environments.
This is an opportunity to join a team working on a highly tangible, data-driven product where engineering quality directly impacts user experience.
The Role
They are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to design and deliver robust, production-ready hardware for their core product, while also contributing to early-stage R&D for future innovations.
This is a hands-on role spanning concept development, prototyping, and scaling products for manufacture - ideal for someone who enjoys seeing ideas through from initial concept to real-world use.
What They’ll Be Doing
- Design and develop consumer hardware products with a focus on durability, usability, and manufacturability
- Apply design for manufacturing (DFM) principles to deliver products at scale
- Build and iterate on early-stage prototypes and R&D platforms for next-generation sensing technology
- Work closely with manufacturing partners to ensure consistent product quality
- Collaborate with electronics and firmware engineers to integrate complete hardware systems
- Support investigation and resolution of real-world product issues alongside customer-facing teams
What They’re Looking For
- 3–8 years of experience in mechanical engineering
- Background in consumer electronics, wearables, medical devices, or consultancy
- Strong understanding of core mechanical engineering principles and their real-world application
- Experience designing for volume production (10,000+ units/year)
- Ability to communicate ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
- High attention to detail and strong engineering standards
- A proactive, ownership-driven mindset
Nice to Have
- Experience working on sensor-driven or data-focused hardware products
- Interest in sports, biomechanics, or performance technology
Why This Role Stands Out
- Work on a product that blends hardware, AI, and biomechanics in a genuinely impactful way
- High ownership and autonomy - a key contributor to product direction and quality
- Opportunity to work across both production hardware and future R&D concepts
- Collaborative, supportive team environment with strong engineering standards
- Direct impact on a product used in real-world, performance-driven environments
Compensation & Benefits
- £45,000 – £65,000 base salary
- Performance bonus
- Share options
- Opportunity for travel and time spent close to the product’s real-world environment
Location & Working Style
- Hybrid working, based in London
- Full-time position
- Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
The Bigger Picture
They are redefining how athletes interact with coaching and performance data - building technology that turns complex movement and sensor data into simple, actionable feedback.
For engineers interested in consumer hardware, sports tech, and real-world product impact, this is a chance to help shape the next generation of intelligent coaching systems.
For more information about this role, please contact Hannah Stevens from Oakmont Consulting - hannah@oakmontconsulting.co.uk
