Lead Mechatronics Engineer – Robotics for PCB Testing

Mycronic USA; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development and training

International exposure

Job summary

RoBAT Ltd., a subsidiary of Mycronic, is seeking a Lead Mechatronics Engineer to design mechanical structures and active force‑feedback mechanisms for advanced PCB testing. You will lead the development and testing of complex robotic systems and sub‑assemblies, integrating mechanical, electronic and software components into unified platforms.

Responsibilities include programming and optimizing 4‑ and 6‑axis robotics, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and troubleshooting installations

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering required.
• Experience designing mechanical structures and active force‑feedback end effectors.
• Strong CAD skills with focus on vibration damping and rigidity.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical structures, linear motors, and active force‑feedback mechanisms for PCB testing.
• Lead design, development and testing of complex robotic systems and sub‑assemblies.
• Integrate mechanical, electronic, and software components into robotic platforms.
• Program and optimize industrial robotic systems (4‑ and 6‑axis).

Skills

Active force-feedback end effectors

Robotics & automation programming

Vibration damping

Education

Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Inventor/SolidWorks

Job description

RoBAT Ltd., a subsidiary of Mycronic, is seeking a Lead Mechatronics Engineer to design mechanical structures and active force‑feedback mechanisms for advanced PCB testing. You will lead the development and testing of complex robotic systems and sub‑assemblies, integrating mechanical, electronic and software components into unified platforms.

Responsibilities include programming and optimizing 4‑ and 6‑axis robotics, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and troubleshooting installations