Research & Design Technician

Market36 Recruitment LtdBraintreereedpublished 09/29/2026

Market 36 Recruitment are currently recruiting for an R&D Technician on behalf of our client based in Braintree on a Permanent basis.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Build, assemble and modify engineering prototypes and development assemblies.
  • Create, maintain and update manufacturing work instructions and technical documentation.
  • Train production operatives in new and revised manufacturing processes.
  • Read and make basic modifications to engineering drawings and documentation through the DCN process.
  • Set up and conduct development testing, accurately recording results and engineering data.
  • Build and modify test rigs, fixtures and other equipment to support development activities.
  • Investigate and resolve practical manufacturing, assembly and production issues.
  • Participate in design reviews, providing practical manufacturing and assembly input.
  • Maintain accurate prototype build, test and engineering records.
  • Carry out hands-on engineering activities within workshop and laboratory environments.
  • Follow risk assessments, safe systems of work and relevant safety procedures.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

  • Level 3 Engineering qualification or equivalent practical experience.
  • Established experience working in a practical engineering environment.
  • Experience assembling and modifying engineering prototypes.
  • Ability to read engineering drawings and produce clear technical documentation.
  • Knowledge of practical manufacturing and assembly processes.
  • Experience conducting tests, recording results and maintaining engineering data.
  • Ability to investigate and resolve practical engineering problems.
  • Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Reliable, methodical and safety-conscious approach to work.

Hours - 8am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday Salary - £30,000 - 34,000 (DOE) Job Type - Permanent

Market 36 Recruitment Ltd cover a range of sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Engineering, HR & Finance & ITAD. This vacancy is being advertised by Market 36 Recruitment Ltd. We operate as an Employment Business for temporary roles and as an Employment Agency for permanent roles.