Mechanical Design Engineer – Robotics & Automation

RoBAT Limited; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days paid holiday per annum

Sick pay

Company Pension scheme

12pm Friday Finish

Job summary

RoBAT Limited, based in Macclesfield, designs high‑value robotic machines for testing PCBs and related industrial hardware. You will own mechanical designs from concept through manufacturing, working alongside senior engineers and the Head of Mechanical Design to deliver robust solutions for cutting‑edge automation.

The role emphasizes precise 3D modelling, Design for Manufacture, and close cross‑functional collaboration with production teams to optimize tooling and assembly.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of proven experience in mechanical design, preferably machinery or automation.
• Qualified in Mechanical Engineering (Degree, HND, or equivalent apprenticeship).
• Strong 3D parametric modelling capability with Autodesk Inventor.
• Design for manufacture understanding to enable cost-effective production.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Owns designs from concept to manufacturing release with minimal supervision.
• Collaborates with shop floor Manufacturing and Production teams to troubleshoot and implement improvements.
• Tackles complex engineering challenges and creates robust, innovative solutions for robotic systems.
• Ensures all drawings and BOMs are complete and accurate within deadlines.

Skills

3D parametric modelling

Autodesk Inventor

Design for Manufacture

Problem solving

UK work eligibility

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

HND or equivalent

Apprenticeship route

Tools

Autodesk Vault

2D CAD

Excel

Job description

RoBAT Limited, based in Macclesfield, designs high‑value robotic machines for testing PCBs and related industrial hardware. You will own mechanical designs from concept through manufacturing, working alongside senior engineers and the Head of Mechanical Design to deliver robust solutions for cutting‑edge automation.

The role emphasizes precise 3D modelling, Design for Manufacture, and close cross‑functional collaboration with production teams to optimize tooling and assembly.