R&D Engineer

Flex; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Merit-based pay review

Enhanced annual leave

Employee recognition scheme

Sick pay scheme

Cycle to Work

Maternity/paternity leave

Flexible/Remote/Hybrid Work

Travel opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Job summary

Axiom is seeking an R&D Engineer for our Castle Mills, UK site. You will support development and testing of new power and data-centre related products, contribute to product concepts, and collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to bring designs to prototyping and production.

The role emphasizes hands-on experience across product development, testing and engineering processes, with exposure to IEC/UL standards, CAD tools, and potential travel between sites.

Qualifications

• HND / HNC / Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field
• Internship, placement, or project experience in engineering or product business (preferred)
• Basic knowledge of CAD tools (Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo)
• Interest in electrical systems, power distribution, or data centre infrastructure
• Strong analytical thinking and willingness to learn
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage time, prioritise tasks, and work in a structured environment
• Willingness to travel between sites if required
• Eligible to work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Support the development and optimisation of Critical Power Products for the data centre market
• Assist with market research and benchmarking of similar products
• Learn and apply fundamental engineering principles to contribute to practical and cost-effective solutions
• Support the design and development of new products from concept through to prototype
• Assist in sustaining, redesign and testing of existing products to improve performance and manufacturability
• Work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to understand design feasibility and performance requirements
• Support product testing activities, including functional, environmental, and compliance testing (IEC and UL)
• Assist with tracking project progress, milestones, and deliverables
• Support lab activities and work alongside internal and external test engineers
• Analyse test results with guidance and support design improvements
• Support investigations and root cause analysis activities
• Prepare clear technical documentation and reports
• Assist with New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and transition to manufacturing

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to travel

Eligible to work in the UK

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

Creo

Job description

Axiom builds the digital and electrical infrastructure powering the AI era. We design, build and deploy integrated power, thermal and compute solutions that help data centers, utilities and innovators scale faster, operate more efficiently and meet growing demand.

Built on decades of manufacturing expertise, global operations and a proven ability to deliver complex systems at scale, Axiom combines innovation with real‑world execution. We're helping close the gap between what the future demands and what the world can deliver.

At Axiom, you'll take on meaningful challenges, be trusted with real responsibility, and work alongside people who value candor, collaboration, and continuous learning.

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a R&D Engineer located in Castle Mills, UK.

Reporting to the UK R&D Manager, the R&D Engineer will support the development of new products, improvement of existing solutions, and testing of product concepts. This role is designed to provide hands-on experience across product development, testing, and engineering processes, while building core technical and professional skills.

What a typical day looks like:

• Support the development and optimisation of Critical Power Products for the data centre market, focusing on reliability, efficiency, and scalability
• Assist with market research and benchmarking of similar products.
• Learn & apply fundamental engineering principles to contribute to practical and cost-effective solutions
• Support the design and development of new products from concept through to prototype
• Assist in sustaining, redesign and testing of existing products to improve performance and manufacturability
• Work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to understand design feasibility and performance requirements
• Support product testing activities, including functional, environmental, and compliance testing (IEC and UL)
• Assist with tracking project progress, milestones, and deliverables
• Support lab activities and work alongside internal and external test engineers
• Analyse test results with guidance and support design improvements
• Support investigations and root cause analysis activities
• Prepare clear technical documentation and reports
• Assist with New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and transition to manufacturing

The experience we're looking to add to our team:

• HND / HNC / Bachelor's degree (or working towards) in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field
• Internship, placement, or project experience in engineering or product business (preferred, not essential)
• Basic knowledge of CAD tools (e.g., Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo)
• Awareness of engineering standards (IEC/UL) is beneficial but not required
• Interest in electrical systems, power distribution, or data centre infrastructure
• Strong analytical thinking and willingness to learn
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage time, prioritise tasks, and work in a structured environment
• Comfortable engaging with different levels of the organisation with support and guidance
• Willingness to travel between sites if required
• Eligible to work in the UK

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success;
• A competitive salary and benefits package
• A merit-based annual pay review
• Enhanced annual leave
• Employee recognition scheme and long service awards
• Referral bonus
• Volunteer days
• Group Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year
• Sick pay scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Flexible/Remote/Hybrid Work based on your Job Function
• Travel opportunities (role dependent)
• Support in your well-being by access to
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice
• On-site trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.)

Job Category

Design, Process & Technology Engineering

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