Graduate Mechatronics Engineer

Graduate Mechatronics Engineer – to £31k

I am seeking a Mechatronics Engineer with strong programming and automation experience to drive in-house digital transformation initiatives. This hands-on role focuses on developing, programming, and implementing Industry 4.0 technologies to improve efficiency, productivity, safety, and cost reduction across the business – from R&D through to manufacturing and testing.

You will work closely with R&D to develop and qualify products, using PLC programming and automated test systems to support advanced product testing and performance validation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver a CAPEX-based automation or digitalisation project within your first year.

• Design, develop, and maintain PLC-controlled automated testing systems.

• Provide programming support for existing R&D and test infrastructure.

• Ensure accurate population of test documentation, procedures, and performance reports.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Degree-qualified in Mechatronics Engineering (or similar).

• Strong programming experience, ideally with PLC programming (e.g. Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or equivalent).

• Experience developing or modifying automated test systems.

• Practical, hands-on experience in a workshop or industrial environment.

• Exposure to SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

• Ability to troubleshoot software, electrical, and mechanical systems in an integrated environment.

Why Join Us:
This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of real-world automation projects, apply programming skills in a practical industrial setting, and directly influence how Industry 4.0 technologies are embedded across the company.

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