Mechatronic Software Engineer – LabVIEW Experience Essential

Express Recruitment are excited to be working in partnership with a well-established SME, specialising in high-tech innovation services on behalf of a blue-chip client base across diverse industry sectors, from Aerospace to Automotive.

Due to continued organic growth and a healthy project pipeline, our client is seeking the addition of a multi-skilled and highly versatile Mechatronics Engineer to join their talented team.

This is an opportunity for an individual with passions for mechanical, electrical and software engineering to leverage their technical capabilities and gain the opportunity to take ownership of their own niche R&D projects.

In return, our client is offering a competitive starting salary from £35,000 to £45,000, depending on experience. Other benefits include annual bonus opportunity (based on company performance), 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas shut down, private medical cover, formal on-site training and more.

Skills & Experience

• Degree/Masters in relatable engineering field, such as Mechatronics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering or Controls & Instrumentation
• Proven experience in LabVIEW coding, including user interface design, modular programming, and real-time control applications
• Experience working with Python, C++, Rust and JavaScript desirable but not essential
• Confident collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams (mechanical, electrical, electronic, software) to deliver robust and integrated test solutions
• First class communication skills, with the capability of heading up own projects and managing correspondence directly with customers to articulate key findings and results
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a strong attention to detail
• Familiarity with test automation frameworks and software (TestStand), version control systems, and software development best practices
• Strong appreciation of mechanical engineering, assembly and testing procedures
• Exposure to PLC programming using Allen Bradley and/or Siemens advantageous but not essential
• Strong debugging skills with the ability to investigate and resolve technical issues quickly and effectively

Roles & Responsibilities

• Undertake turnkey projects from initial costing through to commissioning
• Perform software coding using LabView and Python for instrumentation, control systems and user interface design
• Design and construct system architecture platforms using a variety of software tools
• Carry out system testing and debugging tasks with a broad range of bespoke test equipment
• Record and document accurate findings following completion of testing procedures and produce customer reports for handover
• Develop and program software across a range of hardware test equipment using embedded coding tools such as C/C++
• Support continuous improvement by refining existing software tools and implementing best practices in test automation and system control
• Document software designs, workflows, and procedures to support internal teams and future projects

About Express Recruitment

Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates. We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on https://bit.ly/3IaEnI7 Not quite found the right role for you yet? Let us do the scrolling for you! Your search for a new role has never been so easy, just fill in our contact form on https://bit.ly/3NHa9NR or give us a call on 0115 924 0010 and we will do the rest for you.

Job Location

Derby, Derbyshire

Salary

c£35,000 - £45,000 per annum D.O.E

Job Type and Hours

Monday-Friday, 40 Hours

How to Apply

Interested candidates can send their resumes to jobs@express-recruitment.co.uk mentioning the Job Title in the subject line. Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future. This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.