R&D and Application Engineer

Highbury Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an R&D and Application Engineer to support product development in Hethel. The successful candidate will manage technical support, collaborate across teams, and assist in high-performance component development for critical sectors such as MedTech and defence. Qualifications include a degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering and strong knowledge of analog electronics. This is a full-time, permanent position with a salary range of £45,000 to £50,000.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of analog electronics and discrete components.
• Ability to interpret customer circuit designs and discuss component performance.
• Hands-on experience with electronic circuit testing and lab equipment.
• Excellent data management, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to internal and external sales teams.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams on product inquiries.
• Assist offshore manufacturing with technical order processing.
• Support and develop test lab methodologies and equipment.
• Participate in product design, modification, and production transfer.
• Manage sample manufacturing and evaluation, including reporting.
• Create and maintain Application Notes, technical articles, and data sheets.
• Source and specify lab test equipment for technical validation.

Skills

analog electronics

customer circuit designs interpretation

electronic circuit testing

Microsoft Office Suite

technical documentation

data management

communication

problem-solving

IT or coding

Education

Qualification in Electronics or Electrical Engineering (BTEC, HNC, HND, or BS degree)

Tools

lab equipment

Job description

Overview

Location: Hethel

Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000

Industry: Electronics / Engineering / Manufacturing

About the Role

We are hiring an R&D and Application Engineer to support our product development and technical operations. This role combines technical support, product design, and cross-functional collaboration across engineering, sales, and manufacturing teams. You’ll contribute to the development of high-performance electronic components used in critical sectors such as MedTech, defence, and industrial applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to internal and external sales teams.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams on product inquiries.
• Assist offshore manufacturing with technical order processing, costing, and custom MLCC design.
• Support and develop test lab methodologies and equipment.
• Participate in product design, modification, and production transfer.
• Manage sample manufacturing and evaluation, including reporting and presentations.
• Create and maintain Application Notes, technical articles, and data sheets.
• Source and specify lab test equipment for technical validation.

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of analog electronics and discrete components.
• Ability to interpret customer circuit designs and discuss component performance.
• Qualification in Electronics or Electrical Engineering (BTEC, HNC, HND, or BS degree).
• Hands-on experience with electronic circuit testing and lab equipment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and technical documentation.
• Excellent data management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with IT or coding is a plus.

About the Company

Our client is a global leader in electronic component manufacturing, specialising in capacitors, RF/microwave filters, microphones, and miniaturisation technologies. With a legacy dating back to 1946, they serve critical sectors from their HQ in Itasca, Illinois, and across international locations.