ABOUT BROTHER INDUSTRIES UK LTD
Brother Industries (U.K.) Ltd is a manufacturing division of Brother Industries Ltd, a global multi-business enterprise with its headquarters in Japan. Brother manufactures products ranging from office printers to industrial machining centres – see www.brother.com. Brother Industries (U.K.) Ltd based in Wrexham, North Wales and is one of our award-winning carbon neutral facilities in Europe.
We currently have vacancies in our automation department, which is at the forefront of Brother’s drive to automate both new and remanufacturing processes worldwide, working on projects from Initial Design, Build and Implementation, both in the UK and overseas facilities. Our automation team, create bespoke automated equipment / production lines, working with major suppliers and utilising processes such as 3D industrial robots, Cobots along with 3D printings while incorporating smart factory, industry 4.0 technologies and investigating the use of AI within the organisation.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a mechatronic engineer, you will be involved in designing, developing, and implementing innovative mechatronic systems / solution. This role requires a strong understanding of mechanical, electronic, and computer engineering principles.
What you will be responsible for: -
- Design and Development: Design and develop mechatronic systems and components, including robotics, automation systems, and smart devices.
- Prototyping and Testing: Create prototypes and conduct rigorous testing to ensure functionality, reliability, and performance standards are met.
- System Integration: Integrate mechanical, electronic, and software components into cohesive systems.
- Problem Solving: Diagnose and troubleshoot issues in existing systems and develop effective solutions.
- Project Management: Lead or contribute to project planning, scheduling, and execution, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, software developers, and project managers
- Documentation: Prepare detailed documentation, including technical reports, design specifications, and user manuals
ABOUT YOU
Knowledge, Technical Skills, and Experience
- An engineering background with a degree or higher in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience in mechatronic system design and development
- Experience with programming languages such as C/C#, Python
- Familiarity with control systems, sensors, actuators, and robotics.
- Knowledge of Industrial automation and manufacturing processes.
Soft skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Good to Know!
- Mainly we work a 9 day fortnight. We work annualised hours resulting in 21-23 nonworking Fridays.
- On working Fridays, we have a ‘innovation working’ day enabling you to work on a project of your choice, which is linked to building your automation skills and/or embracing new technologies
Why Join Brother Industries (U.K.) Ltd
- Opportunity to work with the latest technologies and contribute to innovative projects.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment
- Career development and growth opportunities
- Opportunity to travel within the Brother Group sites worldwide.
- Chance to make a meaningful impact and shape the future of automation.
We’re actively building diverse teams and welcome applications from everyone. But simply having a diverse workforce is not enough. We aim to build an inclusive environment, where everyone can contribute their best work and develop to their full potential. We celebrate our differences and recognise the importance of teams reflecting the communities they serve.
We can make reasonable adjustments to our interview process according to your needs. And we offer a flexible working environment so you can adjust your hours to suit your personal circumstances.
This is a fantastic opportunity and interested candidates should email a detailed CV to recruitment@brother.co.uk
Closing Date: 30th August 2024
