Mechanical Design Engineer

The Playing For Life Foundation; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the robotics industry based in Macclesfield is seeking a Mechanical Designer. This full-time, permanent role offers an opportunity to develop your mechanical design skills, contributing to product development in a dynamic team. Ideal candidates will have a passion for mechanical design and a background in Mechanical Engineering.

Benefits

25 days holiday per annum

Company sick pay scheme

Pension

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrable ability to problem solve and think creatively.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Mechanical Design and Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in machine design.
• Involvement in every aspect of mechanical design from concept to manufacture.
• Ensure design work is accurate, complete, timely, and thorough.

Skills

Problem solving

Creative thinking

Education

Qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related subject

Tools

3D parametric modelling (Autodesk Inventor preferred)

Microsoft Excel

2D CAD packages

Job description

Location: Macclesfield, Cheshire.

Salary: Competitive, DOE

Contract: Full time, permanent

About Us

RoBAT Ltd is a subsidiary of Mycronic, a global technology leader with a market valuation of approximately £3 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.

About The Role

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your mechanical design skills whilst making a valuable contribution to RoBAT's product development, all within a varied and challenging environment.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

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.

Essential Requirements

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 Requirements

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)

RoBAT offers an excellent working environment within a close-knit team. As part of your employment you will receive all the usual benefits, including 25 days holiday per annum, a company Sick Pay Scheme and pension.

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