You're not just designing control systems, you're engineering the automation that keeps modern manufacturing moving. Based on site in Wrexham, this is an opportunity to design, develop and implement innovative industrial control and automation solutions within a forward-thinking engineering environment. If you enjoy ownership, problem-solving, and delivering high-quality engineered solutions, this role puts you at the centre of it.
BASIC SALARY: Up to £39,000
BENEFITS:
· Early finish on Fridays - circa 20 Fridays off per year
· Enhanced employer pension contributions
· Reduced gym memberships
· Health cashback scheme
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Subsidised on-site canteen
LOCATION: This role is based on site in Wrexham
COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Chester, Deeside, Oswestry, Ellesmere, Whitchurch, Crewe, Shrewsbury, Mold, Rhyl, Market Drayton, Nantwich, Runcorn, Liverpool
JOB DESCRIPTION: Mechatronic Engineer - Industrial Automation, Manufacturing
As our Mechatronic Engineer, you'll design, develop and implement electrical control systems and automation solutions within an industrial environment. Working on site in Wrexham, you'll be responsible for control panel design, PLC/HMI development, system integration, and technical documentation, ensuring solutions are compliant, efficient, and delivered to high engineering standards.
This role combines electrical design, automation programming, and hands-on technical problem-solving within a collaborative project environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Mechatronic Engineer - Industrial Automation, Manufacturing
· Design and develop electrical control systems, control panels, and industrial schematics
· Develop, configure and test PLC and HMI applications (Keyence, Omron, Beckhoff or similar)
· Integrate sensors, actuators, drives, motion systems and industrial networks into complete automation systems
· Produce technical drawings, schematics, BOMs and supporting documentation using CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN)
· Support commissioning, troubleshooting and system optimisation activities
· Contribute to project planning, design reviews and delivery schedules
· Ensure all designs meet relevant electrical standards and safety requirements
PERSON SPECIFICATION: Mechatronic Engineer - Industrial Automation, Manufacturing
To be successful in your application, you'll need strong technical grounding in electrical and control systems engineering within an industrial or automation environment. You'll enjoy working across multiple projects and taking ownership of delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
You will be able to demonstrate experience with:
· Electrical control system design and control panel development
· PLC programming and HMI development (Keyence, Omron, Beckhoff or similar)
· Industrial automation systems, sensors, actuators and safety circuits
· Industrial communication networks (e.g. Ethernet/IP)
· CAD tools such as AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN
· Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related discipline is required.
You'll also bring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
THE COMPANY:
We manufacture top of the range products from office printers, to industrial machining centres. We have won awards for our carbon neutral recycling facilities in Europe. We invest in our staff and promote growth within our business.
PROSPECTS:
As an international business, we offer the opportunity to work across the globe and support progression within the company.
It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Mechatronic Engineer, Electrical Design Engineer, Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, Control Systems Engineer, PLC Engineer, Industrial Automation Engineer, Special Purpose Machinery, Manufacturing Automation, Control Panel Design, PLC programming (Keyence, Omron, Beckhoff), HMI development, industrial networks (Ethernet/IP), sensors, actuators, drives, motion systems, AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN.
INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application.
Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives.
Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client.
REF: SM18403, Wallace Hind Selection