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.