Mechanical Design Engineer

RoBAT Limited; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading robotics company based in Macclesfield is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer. The role involves supporting the design and development of robotic machines with responsibilities from concept to manufacture. Candidates should have a passion for mechanical design, at least 2 years of relevant experience, and a qualification in Mechanical Engineering. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for worldwide travel.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Free parking

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role.
• Qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related subject.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Head of Mechanical Design and Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in machine design and development.
• Involvement in every aspect of mechanical design from concept to manufacture.
• Ensuring that design work is accurate, complete, timely, and thorough.

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 2NZ
Salary: Competitive, DOE + Excellent Benefits!
Contract: Full time, permanent

Why Join Us

• Be part of a growing and innovative company where your contributions will truly make a difference.
• Work in a hands–on role that offers a variety of challenges.
• Join a friendly and supportive team with a shared commitment to quality and excellence.
• Competitive salary based on experience
• 25 days holiday, free parking and company pension scheme.

RoBAT Ltd is a subsidiary of Mycronic, a global technology leader with a market valuation of approximately GBP3 billion.

Based at our headquarters in Macclesfield, Cheshire, we have a small multi–disciplined, dynamic team designing and manufacturing high–value robotic machines for testing PCBs (printed circuit boards).

The majority of our sales are to China and the USA, where we operate our own small factories and employ local teams to provide high–quality customer support.

RoBAT is firmly established as the leading company in this very specialised and niche marketplace. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a company at the forefront of industrial automation.

We are now recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer who is keen to develop their mechanical design skills whilst making a valuable contribution to RoBAT s product development, all within a varied and challenging environment!

Responsibilities

• In addition to this, as our Mechanical Design Engineer you will be responsible for:
• Supporting Head of Mechanical Design and Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in machine design and development.
• Involvement in every aspect of mechanical design from concept to manufacture.
• Ensuring that our design work is accurate, complete, timely and thorough with an aptitude to create novel solutions.

Qualifications

• A passion for Mechanical Design.
• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrable ability to problem solve and think creatively.
• Qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related subject.
• Experience with 3D parametric modelling package (preferably Autodesk Inventor)
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Desirable

• Practical experience of working with hand tools etc.
• Exposure to robotics and/or automation
• Knowledge of CAD data management and revision control. (Vault preferred)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Access, Excel, 2D CAD packages
• Any practical experience with CAM, metal working machines, milling, turning etc.

Occasional world–wide travel may be necessary (almost all our customers are outside the UK/Europe)

If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role then apply today!

We do not accept speculative agency CVs. Any CV received by RoBAT will be treated as a gift and not eligible for an agency fee. PSL agencies should only send CVs if authorised to do so by our Recruitment Team.

If you're passionate about automation, thrive in a fast–paced environment, and want to contribute to the success of a cutting–edge company, we would love to hear from you!

No agencies please.