R&D Engineer — Product Design & Continuous Improvement

Haughey Recruitment; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Haughey Recruitment is seeking an experienced R&D Engineer in Dungannon to lead the design and development of new products and components within a manufacturing setting.

The role requires hands-on CAD work, prototyping, testing, and close collaboration with production teams to ensure manufacturability and compliance. You will drive continuous improvements and contribute to product development programs across the business.

Qualifications

• 3rd level qualification in an Engineering-related discipline
• Minimum 4 years' experience within a fabrication/manufacturing environment
• Minimum 2 years' R&D experience
• Previous experience in a similar R&D/product development role
• Experience with sheet metal CAD modelling
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and project management abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Excellent IT skills, including experience with PLM and MRP systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• A creative, methodical and proactive approach to engineering
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new products, components and product enhancements.
• Create and maintain product specifications and technical documentation.
• Produce 3D CAD models, assemblies and detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Review existing products and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Plan and manage prototype builds and testing programmes.
• Develop and conduct testing for structural integrity, durability and performance.
• Research new materials, manufacturing technologies and industry developments.
• Monitor market trends, competitor products and emerging regulations.
• Identify opportunities for weight reduction, improved durability and cost savings.
• Work closely with production teams to optimise product manufacturability.
• Support the introduction of new products into production.
• Develop jigs, fixtures and manufacturing process improvements.
• Support type approval and homologation activities.
• Contribute to wider R&D and product development projects as required.

Skills

Engineering mindset

R&D experience

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

SolidWorks

PLM software

MRP systems

Job description

Haughey Recruitment is seeking an experienced R&D Engineer in Dungannon to lead the design and development of new products and components within a manufacturing setting.

The role requires hands-on CAD work, prototyping, testing, and close collaboration with production teams to ensure manufacturability and compliance. You will drive continuous improvements and contribute to product development programs across the business.