Research And Development Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Crewkerne; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global manufacturing company as a Research and Development Engineer, focusing on hydraulic cartridge valves. You will design new products, optimize processes, and lead R&D initiatives while enjoying excellent career progression and a supportive environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + 9 Bank Holidays

12.5% ACIP bonus

Company shares scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Early finish Fridays

Qualifications

• Experience with hydraulic cartridge valves and related processes.
• Previous experience in product development or design.
• Strong benefits from a background in hydraulic and/or pneumatic valve creation.

Responsibilities

• Designing and improving valve products and processes.
• Optimizing manufacturing processes for production improvements.
• Collaborating with customers and quality teams.

Skills

Experience in hydraulics

Leadership traits

Autonomous working traits

Education

Engineering background

Job description

Job Description

Research and Development Engineer

Crewkerne

08:00-16:30

Permanent

Circa £45,000-£50,000

Are you a skilled Research and Development Engineer within a manufacturing environment?

Come be a part of this global manufacturing company at its market-leading Hydraulic Valve Systems Europe division (HVSE). Join this expansive site as it implements future technology within valve products, both in new creation and improvements on existing technology, serving large international customers.

As a Research and Development Engineer at HVSE, you will focus on developing advanced hydraulic cartridge valves and leading related R&D initiatives. Your role will involve improving valve products through design and process enhancements, for both new and existing products.

Responsibilities of the role:

• Designing new valve products and processes, and improving existing ones
• Developing and optimizing manufacturing processes for production improvements
• Reviewing product changes to ensure compliance with specifications and drawings
• Collaborating with customers, production facilities, and quality teams
• Supporting shop floor operations in the absence of dedicated process engineers
• Working on both OE and occasional MRO projects, with a focus on new product development

Skills required:

• Experience in hydraulics, especially hydraulic cartridge valves and related processes
• Engineering background with relevant qualification or experience
• Previous experience in product development, design, or related fields
• Leadership and autonomous working traits are highly advantageous
• Background in hydraulic and/or pneumatic valve creation is a strong benefit

What else do you need to know?

• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Shift: 08:00-16:30 Mon-Thurs, 08:00-13:00 Fri
• Fully on-site position with potential for hybrid work (1 day/week)
• Standard benefits include: 25 days annual leave + 9 Bank Holidays, 12.5% ACIP bonus, company shares scheme, cycle to work scheme, early finish Fridays

Next Steps:

If you believe you are a good fit for this Research and Development Engineer position, submit your CV now!