Job type
PermanentLocation
CookstownWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Mechanical EngineeringIndustry
EngineeringPay
£30,000 - £35,000Closing date
12 Jun 2026
R&D Engineer
Your New Company
A well-established and highly regarded manufacturing organisation within the construction and engineering sector. The company is known for its commitment to innovation, product development, and continuous improvement, supplying high-quality solutions across the UK and international markets.
Your New Role
As an R&D Engineer, you will be responsible for managing and supporting research and development activities across the business. You will play a key role in identifying new technologies, developing technical solutions, and ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and in line with business objectives.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Conducting research and evaluation to develop practical technical solutions to engineering challenges
- Managing R&D activities to ensure delivery in line with project timelines
- Identifying and reporting on emerging technologies relevant to current and future projects
- Planning and carrying out development and validation activities, including testing and technical reporting
- Working to detailed technical specifications across a range of projects
- Collaborating with procurement and supply chain teams to optimise cost efficiency and innovation
- Carrying out supplier technology benchmarking to support product development
- Supporting prototype design of gauges and systems for various applications
- Producing technical reports for internal and external communication
- Assisting with troubleshooting and performance analysis at shop floor and service levels
- Maintaining strong communication across design, project, manufacturing, and service teams
What You’ll Need to Succeed
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- A third-level qualification in Engineering (design-focused discipline preferred)
- Experience in a research, development, or design engineering environment
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Technical skills:
- Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar
- Experience with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative engineering environment
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and product development
- Hybrid working (1 day per week after probation)
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity
- 32 Days Holidays
- Life Assurance
- Private Healthcare
- 37 Hour working week
What you need to do now
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