R&D Technician

Prime Appointments Ltd; Braintree; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Appointments Ltd in Braintree is seeking a hands-on R&D Technician to join an established engineering and manufacturing business. The role covers prototype assembly, product testing and manufacturing support, working closely with the R&D and Production teams to develop new products and improve existing designs.

You'll set up test rigs, document results and help resolve practical engineering challenges, with opportunities to contribute to product development and quality improvements on a

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in an engineering, manufacturing or technical assembly environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good practical engineering and problem-solving skills.
• Experience using workshop tools and test equipment.
• Understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble and modify engineering prototypes
• Set up and carry out product testing, recording results
• Build and modify test rigs and fixtures
• Create and update manufacturing work instructions and technical documentation
• Support new product introduction and manufacturing improvements
• Investigate and resolve assembly and production issues
• Provide technical support and guidance to production colleagues

Skills

Hands-on engineering

Reading engineering drawings

Problem solving

Workshop tools & test equipment

Manufacturing & assembly processes

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering qualification (Level 3) or equivalent

Tools

Workshop tools

Test equipment

Job description

R&D Technician | Braintree | Up to £34,000

We are recruiting for a hands‑on R&D Technician to join an established engineering and manufacturing business in Braintree.

This is a varied role involving prototype assembly, product testing and manufacturing support. You'll work closely with the R&D and Production teams, helping develop new products, improve existing designs and resolve practical engineering challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, assemble and modify engineering prototypes
• Set up and carry out product testing, recording results accurately
• Build and modify test rigs and fixtures
• Create and update manufacturing work instructions and technical documentation
• Support new product introduction and manufacturing improvements
• Investigate and resolve assembly and production issues
• Provide technical support and guidance to production colleagues

What We’re Looking For

• Hands‑on experience in an engineering, manufacturing or technical assembly environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Good practical engineering and problem‑solving skills
• Experience using workshop tools and test equipment
• Understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes
• Good attention to detail and ability to produce accurate technical documentation

Experience in R&D, prototype development or product testing would be advantageous but isn't essential. A Level 3 Engineering qualification or equivalent practical experience would be welcomed.

Interested?

This is a great opportunity for an Engineering Technician, Manufacturing Technician, Test Technician or Prototype Technician looking for a varied role with greater involvement in product development.