Details:
- Salary: £45,000 - 65,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Newbury Berkshire South East
- Date: 6 days ago
Description:
Mechatronics Design EngineerAre you an experienced Mechatronics Design Engineer looking for a varied and technically challenging role within bespoke automation and special purpose machinery?
This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechatronics Design Engineer to join a highly specialised engineering team delivering complex automation systems used across global industrial facilities spanning a number of highly regulated markets and advanced engineering sectors.
As a Mechatronics Design Engineer, you will play a key role throughout the full project lifecycle — from concept and design through to installation, commissioning and ongoing engineering support.
The RoleThe successful Mechatronics Design Engineer will support the design, development and delivery of bespoke automation equipment and engineered systems used across international manufacturing operations.
This is a hands-on and technically diverse role, combining mechatronics design, project engineering, mechanical and electrical integration, system development and customer-facing project coordination.
Responsibilities will include:
Managing engineering projects through the full lifecycle
Producing technical proposals, specifications and engineering documentation
Supporting budgeting, scheduling and project delivery activities
Coordinating engineering deliverables and technical submissions
Mechanical and electrical system design and integration
Developing mechatronic assemblies and automation solutions
Creating BOMs, wiring diagrams and control panel layouts
Conducting equipment testing and performance validation
Supporting machine builds, panel wiring and system integration
Working with robotics, sensors, feeders and automation equipment
Supporting on-site installation and commissioning activities
Providing ongoing technical support for deployed equipment globally
Travelling internationally to customer and manufacturing sites as requiredWhat We’re Looking ForWe are interested in engineers with a strong mechatronics and automation background and a passion for solving complex technical challenges.
Suitable candidates are likely to have:
Degree qualification in Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
Previous experience within automation, special purpose machinery or engineered systems environments
Strong understanding of electro-mechanical systems and components
Experience producing electrical schematics and wiring layouts
Strong CAD capability, ideally using SolidWorks
Experience within manufacturing or industrial engineering environments
Good understanding of machine integration and automation systems
Strong communication and organisational skills
Ability to manage multiple engineering activities simultaneously
Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and project management toolsExperience with any of the following would be advantageous:
Control panels
Robotics
Sensors and instrumentation
Linear motion systems
Machine automation
Mechanical integration
Electrical hardware design
PLC systems and industrial controlsThe BusinessThis organisation is a globally recognised engineering and manufacturing group supporting industrial customers worldwide through advanced engineered process and automation solutions.
The engineering division supports facilities across multiple international locations, delivering new machinery, upgrades, repair projects and process improvement initiatives.
You will join a close-knit engineering team with excellent exposure to technically challenging projects and genuine long-term development opportunities.
What’s On Offer
Competitive salary
Varied and technically challenging projects
International travel opportunities
Collaborative engineering environment
Long-term progression and development
Exposure to bespoke automation technologies
Opportunity to work across multiple industries and applicationsIf you are a Mechatronics Design Engineer seeking a role offering real engineering variety, international project exposure and the opportunity to work on bespoke automation systems, we would love to hear from you