R&D Project Engineer

Optimise By Recruitment; South Normanton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a driven R&D Project Engineer to join a global pioneer in combustion technologies near Mansfield. This role involves developing and testing bespoke parts, engaging in light fabrication, and interacting with clients on projects. Ideal candidates should have an HNC in engineering, experience with gas appliances, and fabrication skills. A defined career path within innovative technologies is offered.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a full UK driving licence.
• Experience with domestic or light commercial gas appliances is highly advantageous.
• An engineering apprenticeship with relevant experience is recommended.

Responsibilities

• Conduct development and testing of bespoke parts in line with international standards.
• Engage in light fabrication and model making.
• Interact with clients directly for projects from cradle to grave including project updates and reporting.
• Solve technical challenges with innovative solutions.

Skills

Innovative problem solving

Client interaction

Fabrication skills

Education

HNC or equivalent in engineering or a scientific discipline

Job description

We are recruiting for a driven R&D Project Engineer to join our client based near Mansfield, Derbyshire. Our client is a global pioneer in combustion technologies, delivering innovative, first-to-market solutions across diverse industries.

This role is perfect for a candidate with a drive and passion for innovative burner technologies who is seeking a defined career path within design, development and testing of new bespoke parts.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct development and testing of bespoke parts in line with international standards.
• Engage in light fabrication and model making.
• Solve technical challenges with innovative solutions.
• Interact with clients directly for projects from cradle to grave including project updates and reporting.
• Travel occasionally within the UK and overseas.

Candidate Profile:

• HNC or equivalent in engineering or a scientific discipline.
• Preferably a time-served engineering apprenticeship with relevant experience.
• Experience with domestic or light commercial gas appliances (highly advantageous).
• Fabrication skills (an advantage).
• Full UK driving licence.