Research & Development Engineer (Warehouse Automation)

Alexander James Recruiting Ltd.; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of Warehouse Automation products is seeking a Research & Development Engineer in Nottingham. The role involves using AutoCAD to create bespoke solutions and developing existing products. Candidates should have a mechanical engineering degree and over 3 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary up to £50k, along with 25 days of holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £50k

25 days holiday

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified mechanical engineer with over 3 years of experience in automated solutions.
• Strong AutoCAD skills required.
• Full UK driver’s license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Use AutoCAD to create custom solutions for customers.
• Develop existing products and solutions.
• Create Bills of Materials for all projects.

Skills

AutoCAD

Mechanical engineering

Material handling equipment design

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Alexander James Recruiting are currently working with a leading manufacturer and integrator of Warehouse Automation products looking to bring on a Research & Development Engineer to work on their products and solutions from their office in the East Midlands. With a competitive base salary and overall package, this is a great opportunity for a qualified mechanical engineer with experience working for business that supply automated solutions.

Responsibilities

• Using AutoCAD software bespoke solutions/products for customers across the UK
• Working on and developing existing products and solutions
• Creating Bills of Materials for all projects and solutions worked on
• Ensuring that engineering calculations are carried out and engineering standards are adhered to
• Working closely with internal departments and customers throughout the duration of projects
• Attending sites nationally as and when required

Requirements

Our client is looking for a qualified mechanical engineer with over 3 years of experience working within a business that provides automated solutions. It is essential that you have strong autoCAD skills and have experience of using other software to design automated products, ideally conveyors or Material Handling equipment.In terms of location, you must be based within commutable distance on the office in Nottingham as there will be an expectation to work from the office. You must hold a full UK driver’s license as there will be an expectation to travel to customer sites around the country.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary (up to £50k depending on experience)
• 25 days holiday
• Pension scheme

The Company

Our client are a manufacturer and integrator of a wide range of Warehouse Automation equipment and software solutions. They provide robotics solutions, storage/retrieval systems, picking systems and many other products that increase the efficiency of the warehouse. Having been operating for 25+ years, they are able to offer a complete solution to their customer base through from design to implementation. Due to continued growth and expansion, they are looking to develop their team further.