Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 2NZ
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum, 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).
Most 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:
We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer with some previous experience to join a busy and growing business.
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 and tooling 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.
* Aiding the Manufacturing and Production team to ensure timely and dynamic solutions
Essential Requirements:
* A passion for Mechanical Design.
* Minimum 4 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 (Autodesk Inventor preferred).
* 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.
How To Apply:
Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role to: (url removed) with the subject line: Mechanical Design Engineer Application