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. WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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