Mechatronics Design Engineer

Balltec Engineered Solutions; Morecambe; Presencial; GBP 52.000 - 78.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

38 hour working week (averaged over 2 

8% company pension contributions

Descripción de la vacante

Balltec Engineered Solutions is seeking a Mechatronics Design Engineer in the UK to join the engineering team designing electro-mechanical assemblies and control systems for high-integrity applications in renewables and oil & gas. You will develop conceptual designs, support existing products and perform testing/analysis of new and existing products.

You will lead multidisciplinary design efforts, specify control systems, create documentation, and coordinate FAT/SAT, commissioning and training

Formación

• Degree or HND in Mechatronics, Control, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 5–8 years’ experience in electro-mechanical or industrial control systems, preferably with electrohydraulic integration.
• Experience in basic controls system programming, ladder logic and sensor integration.
• Hands-on commissioning experience (FAT/SAT) with willingness to travel abroad for such work.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the design of electro-mechanical assemblies as part of multi-disciplinary teams.
• Act as technical authority for electro-hydraulic tools and control systems (PLCs, embedded controllers, I/O, sensors, actuators, HMIs).
• Produce and maintain system documentation: 3D models, drawings, design calculations, and test procedures.
• Integrate sensors and protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, CAN).
• Oversee FAT/SAT, commissioning, troubleshooting and optimisation of control systems.
• Deliver operator training, manuals and after-sales support as required.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Production, QA and Sales to ensure manufacturability and reliability.
• Contribute to R&D, bids, and continuous product improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality and HSE procedures.

Conocimientos

Electro-mechanical design

PLC integration

Basic PLC programming

Sensor integration

FAT/SAT commissioning

Communications protocols

Technical documentation

Educación

Degree or HND in Mechatronics/Control/Electrical/Electronic Eng

Herramientas

SolidWorks

CAD (3D) tooling

Descripción del empleo

Balltec designs, manufactures and tests high integrity mechanical connectors for critical applications in the global renewable energy and oil and gas sectors. The engineering team creates technical solutions for the transfer of load in moorings, lifting components and subsea cable connections.

As a member company of Venterra Group, Balltec is working at the forefront of the global energy transition, supplying engineering solutions to the offshore wind and the emerging floating wind markets. As a company, Balltec is targeting significant growth to provide even more effective support for our clients in this industry.

The Mechatronics Design Engineer will work alongside other engineers and internal company personnel to engineer final design solutions, develop conceptual designs, support existing products and perform testing/analysis of new and existing products.

General Duties:

• Lead the design of electro-mechanical assemblies as part of multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Act as the technical authority and design/specify control systems for electro-hydraulic tools, including PLCs, embedded controllers, I/O, sensors, actuators, and HMIs.
• Produce and maintain key system documentation: 3D models, manufacturing drawings and design calculations (P&IDs, schematics, control narratives, FDS, interface specs, I/O lists, and test procedures).
• Integrate and configure sensors and communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, CAN).
• Oversee and support factory and site acceptance testing (FAT/SAT), commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimisation of control systems.
• Deliver operator training, manuals, and after-sales support as required.
• Collaborate with other departments (Mechanical Design, Production, QA, Sales) to ensure effective communication, manufacturability, and reliability.
• Contribute to R&D activities, technical solutions for bids, and continuous product improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality, and HSE procedures.

Education and Experience:

• Degree or HND in Mechatronics, Control, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• At least 5–8 years’ experience in electro-mechanical or industrial control systems, preferably with electrohydraulic integration.
• Experience of basic controls system programming, ladder logic and sensor integration.
• Experience in mechanical design and verification (preferred).
• Hands-on commissioning experience (FAT/SAT), with willingness to travel for abroad for such work.
• Strong IT, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Right to work in the UK (required).
• Full UK driving license (preferred, not required)

Required Skills:

• Extensive experience in the design of electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Experience of PLC integration and basic PLC programming.
• Experience in the design and verification of mechanical components.
• Excellent communications skills – must interface successfully with other engineers, non-technical personnel and with customers to define and implement solutions.
• Demonstrated initiative in solving challenging problems.

Other Benefits:

• 38 hour working week (averaged over 2 weeks) with alternate Fridays or every Friday afternoon off.
• 8% company pension contributions.

About Venterra Group:

Venterra Group is a dedicated wind energy services group at the forefront of driving the clean energy transition. Together, we engineer, build and support the operations of major wind developments around the world by providing specialist, technical and comprehensive services at every stage of the project lifecycle. Our vision is to become the global services champion and strategic partner supporting the wind industry’s rapid expansion.

At Venterra, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected and valued. We believe that diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives make us stronger and help us achieve better outcomes. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and thrive.