Graduate R&D Engineer — Innovation & Data Analysis

Focus Resourcing; Corntown; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Pension

Company bonus scheme

Full training and ongoing support

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Focus Resourcing is sourcing a Graduate Research & Technology Engineer for a Bridgend-based engineering company that designs and manufactures high-tech equipment for global customers.

The role suits a recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in researching and developing projects, working with advanced lab equipment, testing new technologies and analysing data alongside engineering, sales and manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• A degree in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or a related scientific or engineering discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Good IT skills and keen attention to detail.
• A genuine interest in research, technology and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Support research and development activities across a range of engineering projects.
• Process customer samples, produce technical reports and maintain engineering databases.
• Assist in the operation and continual improvement of the Applications Facility.
• Support the Job Shop service, including equipment set-up, operation and routine maintenance.
• Work closely with Engineering, Sales and Marketing teams to support demonstrations, applications testing and technical assessments.
• Maintain inventory of specialist stock used for research and engineering projects.
• Test and evaluate both internally developed and third-party equipment.
• Collect, interpret and analyse technical data, presenting findings in clear and concise reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisational abilities

Attention to detail

IT skills

Interest in research

Education

Degree in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or related discipline

Job description

Focus Resourcing is sourcing a Graduate Research & Technology Engineer for a Bridgend-based engineering company that designs and manufactures high-tech equipment for global customers.

The role suits a recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in researching and developing projects, working with advanced lab equipment, testing new technologies and analysing data alongside engineering, sales and manufacturing teams.