R&D Engineer / Scientist (Chemical / Manufacturing)

ZipRecruiter; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in R&D is seeking an R&D Engineer/Scientist to join their team in Cheltenham. This position offers a salary of £45,000 - £60,000, with opportunities for training and development, and the chance to lead projects from inception to completion. Ideal candidates should have a background in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering and a drive for professional growth.

Benefits

Highly Autonomous

Training

Flexible Hours

Life Assurance

Enhanced Pension

Additional Benefits

Qualifications

• Background in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, NPD, R&D, or Material Science.
• Inquisitive mindset and desire for development.
• Valid UK Driving License.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal teams to develop new products.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate processes and experiments.
• Participate in internal training and development initiatives.

Skills

Chemical Engineering

R&D

Material Science

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

Job Title: R&D Engineer / Scientist (Chemical / Manufacturing)

Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 + Highly Autonomous + Training + Flexible Hours + Life Assurance + Enhanced Pension + Benefits

Location: Site Based, commutable from Cheltenham, Evesham, Tewkesbury, Gloucester, Cirencester, Burford, and surrounding areas.

Company Overview: An established company with over a century of experience, supplying specialist manufactured products to various industries. They have a global presence with multiple UK sites, known for staff retention and development.

Role Overview: Join a market-leading R&D team to work on projects from concept to completion, developing niche solutions, and advancing your technical expertise. You will lead projects, collaborate across departments, and contribute to product lifecycle management.

Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with internal teams to develop new products for existing markets.
2. Plan, execute, and evaluate processes and experiments for product development.
3. Participate in internal training and development initiatives.

Candidate Requirements:

• Background in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, NPD, R&D, Material Science, or similar.
• Inquisitive mindset with a desire for development and training opportunities.
• Full UK Driving License.

Additional Information: Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed). To apply, click "Apply Now" or contact Ryan Ledger at Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The advertised salary depends on experience, qualifications, and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all suitable applications.