Mechatronic Software Engineer

Company: Express Recruitment
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Location: East Midlands
Job Description:

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 a passion 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 £30,000 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
  • 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
  • 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

Job Type and Hours

Monday-Friday, 40 Hours, Perm

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Posted: June 23rd, 2026