National AI Awards 2025Discover AI's trailblazers! Join us to celebrate innovation and nominate industry leaders.

Nominate & Attend

Mechatronics Engineer

Gaydon
2 months ago
Applications closed

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Mechatronics Engineer

Maintenance Engineer

Electronics Maintenance Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Controls Engineer

Field Service Engineer - Robotics / Mechatronics

Mechatronics Engineer

Gaydon
Contract

£27.21 - £33.88 per hour (Depending on experience)

Inside IR35

Are you a forward-thinking Mechatronics Engineer seeking a new challenge within an innovative and fast-paced environment? We are working in partnership with a leading organisation to recruit an experienced engineering professional. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting-edge equipment and automation solutions that drive manufacturing excellence. If you're passionate about design, development, and reliability, this could be the perfect role for you.

Responsibilities of the Mechatronics Engineer:

Design, analyse and modify robotics, automation systems, and associated tooling
Implement preventative maintenance plans and interim fixes for faulty or unsafe equipment
Lead equipment configuration and engineering change documentation in line with SOPs
Drive improvements in reliability through innovative engineering techniques
Skills & Experience required:

Strong experience in robotics, automation, and equipment integration
Proficient in analysing and implementing technical engineering solutions
Experience in managing engineering projects with limited supervision
Ability to coach junior engineers and review technical documentation
What We’re Looking For:

A motivated Mechatronics Engineer with a hands-on, solution-focused mindset
Degree or higher qualification in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to handle complex engineering challenges
Proven ability to work independently and manage project timelines effectively
Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with multiple departments
To show your interest in this role please Apply Now with a copy of your CV, should you be successfully shortlisted a member of our Team will contact you to discuss the role in more detail. All applications are treated in the strictest confidence

National AI Awards 2025

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

How to Get a Better Robotics Job After a Lay-Off or Redundancy

Redundancy in the robotics industry can feel like a sudden halt, particularly in such a complex, fast-evolving field. But with robotics at the heart of innovation across manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, logistics, and defence, the UK continues to offer excellent career opportunities. Whether you're a robotics software engineer, systems integrator, mechanical design expert, or autonomous systems researcher, this guide is here to help you reset, rebrand, and relaunch your career after redundancy.

Robotics Jobs Salary Calculator 2025: Work Out Your True Worth in Seconds

Why yesterday’s pay survey is already outdated for UK robotics professionals Ask a Robotics Software Engineer fine‑tuning SLAM algorithms, a Mechatronics Engineer chasing motor‑controller jitter at 3 a.m., or a Field Robotics Specialist testing autonomous tractors in Somerset: “Am I earning what I deserve?” The honest answer changes every quarter. Retail warehouses roll out 1,000 collaborative arms overnight; battery subsidies super‑charge autonomous delivery start‑ups; & the UK government pledges £200 million for industrial robot adoption. Each shock nudges salary bands. Any salary guide printed in 2024 reads like a dusty datasheet—ignorant of the NHS surgical‑robot procurement boom, the Midlands EV‑assembly cobot surge, or the drone‑in‑dock pilots blanketing Scottish offshore wind farms. To turn guesswork into evidence, RoboticsJobs.co.uk distilled a transparent, three‑factor formula. Feed in your discipline, region, & seniority; you’ll get a realistic 2025 salary benchmark—no stale averages, no fuzzy “competitive” labels. This article unpacks the formula, spotlights six forces pushing robotics pay skyward, & sets out five practical moves to boost your market value inside ninety days.

How to Present Robotics Solutions to Non-Technical Audiences: A Public Speaking Guide for Job Seekers

Robotics is changing the world—from smart factories and autonomous vehicles to healthcare assistants and drone deliveries. But no matter how advanced the system is, a robotics solution won’t be adopted unless it’s clearly understood by those who make decisions: business leaders, clients, investors, and end-users. That’s why employers in the UK robotics industry are now actively seeking candidates who can communicate clearly and confidently with non-technical audiences. Whether you’re a recent graduate, a mechanical engineer, a software specialist or an automation consultant, your ability to explain how your robots work—and why they matter—could be the difference between getting shortlisted and getting hired. This guide shows you how to structure your robotics presentation, design effective slides, use storytelling and analogies, and answer common stakeholder questions—so you can stand out in interviews and beyond.