Mechatronics Engineer

D R Newitt & Associates; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Gloucester is seeking a skilled Mechatronics Technician to ensure optimal performance of their production equipment. You will be responsible for diagnosing faults, performing maintenance, and collaborating with teams on engineering projects. The ideal candidate will have experience with mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems, along with a proactive safety-conscious mindset. This position offers a competitive salary of £45,000 and opportunities to develop technical skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities to develop skills

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with mechanical, electrical and electronic systems.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work with PLCs.
• A proactive, safety-conscious approach.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs to keep production lines running.
• Perform inspections, planned maintenance and preventive repairs.
• Install, test and calibrate machinery and equipment.

Skills

Problem-solving

Fault-finding

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Electronic systems

Tools

PLCs

Siemens

Omron

ABB

Yaskawa

Job description

Salary: £45,000

Location: Gloucester

Hours: Week 1 - Mon-Fri, 6am - 4pm (30min break)

Week 2 - Mon-Tues 9:30 - 7pm (30min break), Wed OFF, Thurs-Fri 9:30am-7pm, Sat 6am - 12:30pm

We're looking for a skilled Mechatronics Technician to join our manufacturing team in the food production industry and play a key role in keeping our production equipment running safely, efficiently and with minimal downtime.

Reporting to the Maintenance Engineering Manager, you'll support the design, installation, operation and maintenance of electrical, electronic and mechanical systems across the site. This is a hands‑on role where no two days are the same.

What you'll do

• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs to keep production lines running smoothly
• Perform inspections, planned maintenance and preventive repairs
• Install, test and calibrate machinery and equipment
• Work with PLCs, drives and integrated mechatronic systems
• Support continuous improvements in automation, mechanics and efficiency
• Maintain accurate technical records and ensure compliance with safety and hygiene standards
• Assist with new equipment installations and special engineering projects
• Collaborate with external service providers when required

What we're looking for

• Experience working with mechanical, electrical and electronic systems
• Strong problem‑solving and fault‑finding skills
• Ability to read engineering drawings and work with PLCs and drives (e.g., Siemens, Omron, ABB, Yaskawa)
• A proactive, safety‑conscious approach
• Someone who works well independently and as part of a team

Why join us?

• Competitive salary of £45,000
• A stable, growing business with modern equipment
• Opportunities to develop your technical skills
• A supportive team environment

If you're a dependable engineer who enjoys keeping machinery performing at its best, we'd love to hear from you