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Research and Development Engineer

Computerworld Personnel Ltd

Portishead, Bristol, Cheltenham

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 45,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Research and Development Engineer to join their innovative team. This role involves enhancing existing products and developing new ones, requiring a blend of technical expertise and project management skills. The ideal candidate will have a background in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, with hands-on experience in R&D within the construction sector. You'll be part of a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact product strategy and market success. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to drive innovation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

31 days holiday including bank holidays
Free lunches
Birthday voucher
Health care insurance scheme

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years experience in R&D within the construction industry.
  • Hands-on understanding of engineering concepts and project management.

Responsibilities

  • Research and develop new and existing products for market launch.
  • Manage projects and collaborate with design, marketing, and sales teams.

Skills

Problem solving
Project Management
Mechanical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Hands-on Engineering

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Job description

Research and Development Engineer

Royston

Commutable from: Cambridge, Letchworth, Biggleswade, Buntingford, Sandy
£40,000 - £45,000

Monday - Friday

Benefits:

  • 31 days holiday including bank holidays
  • Free lunches
  • Birthday voucher
  • Health care insurance scheme

Our client is a leading construction industry manufacturer that values a progressive mindset, ambition, and the drive to be part of an expanding company. They have seen incredible growth and want to continue their momentum with an experienced Research and Development Engineer to improve and newly develop their products.

Role & Responsibilities:

  • Research and develop new and existing products to take to market
  • The four pillars of this role include: Product Strategy & Planning, Research, Product Management, Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Overseeing the whole process from Research, concept, specification, prototyping, and final product manufacturing
  • Improve current product lines and help develop new products
  • Conduct market research and competitive analysis to stay ahead of the competition and identify new market opportunities
  • Project Management responsibilities: liaising with stakeholders and customers, and setting and adhering to time frames
  • Liaise with design, marketing, and sales teams to ensure completion of tasks
  • Collaborate with other R&D Engineers
  • Occasionally get hands-on with the machinery and understand the machinery limitations to assist with concepts

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

  • Mechanical/Civil Engineer who has been part of an R&D team developing products for the construction industry
  • Previous experience in an R&D role, minimum 2 years
  • Hands-on Engineering understanding with sheet metals
  • High IQ - Problem solver
  • Organized person - Project Management capabilities

To apply please email your CV/resume to jackj@hunterselection.co.uk.

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