R&D Engineer

Senior R&D Engineer

Location: Hybrid (Office-based with flexible home working) Salary: Competitive + Benefits Department: Research & Development

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior R&D Engineer to join an innovative engineering and product development team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically competent engineer who enjoys taking ownership of projects, solving complex engineering challenges, and supporting the development of junior engineers.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the design, development, testing, and continuous improvement of advanced products and systems, working on projects from concept through to implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver engineering activities for complex products, systems, or processes.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute project phases with minimal supervision.
• Perform detailed troubleshooting and technical investigations to resolve product and design issues.
• Oversee product verification and design testing activities.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation to support engineering projects.
• Create and update CAD models, technical drawings, and design documentation.
• Conduct engineering evaluations, testing, and validation activities.
• Identify root causes of technical issues and contribute to corrective action plans.
• Ensure designs and processes comply with relevant standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, sharing technical knowledge and best practices.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across engineering activities.

About You

You will be a proactive and technically capable engineer with strong analytical skills and experience leading technical projects.

Essential Requirements

• Degree qualified in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Biomedical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Typically 5-8 years of engineering experience, or equivalent experience with postgraduate qualifications.
• Strong understanding of product development and engineering principles.
• Experience using CAD software and producing engineering drawings.
• Proven ability to lead projects and provide technical guidance to others.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret and review technical specifications and documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively to project deadlines.

What You'll Bring

• Leadership and mentoring capability.
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
• A collaborative approach with the ability to build relationships across teams.
• Sound engineering judgement when evaluating technical options and solutions.
• A continuous improvement mindset.

Working Arrangement

• Hybrid working model with a combination of office and home working.
• Typically two office-based days per week.
• Occasional travel required (less than 10%).