R&D Engineer – New Product Development

Location: Northern Ireland - Toomebridge Offices

Seniority Level: Entry to Mid

Employment Type: Full Time - Employed

Workplace Type: Hybrid Working (3 days onsite / 2 days from home) | Monday to Friday

Description:

Are you passionate about turning innovative ideas into market-leading products? Join a highly respected engineering team at the forefront of heavy duty machinery. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing next-generation equipment, taking concepts from initial design through to testing, validation, and commercial launch while working in a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop new heavy duty machinery products.
• Take concepts from idea generation through detailed design, prototyping, testing, and validation.
• Perform engineering calculations, simulations, and technical analysis to support product development.
• Manage prototype builds and coordinate field testing activities.
• Evaluate new technologies, materials, manufacturing methods, and customer requirements.
• Support patentable innovations and contribute to future product roadmaps.
• Create and maintain engineering drawings, technical documentation, and product specifications.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, procurement, and service teams to ensure successful product delivery.
• Assist with product performance improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and value engineering projects.
• Investigate field issues and implement effective engineering solutions.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and continuous improvement activities.
• Provide technical support throughout the product lifecycle, from development through production.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' post-graduate experience within heavy engineering industries.
• Experience developing products from concept through to production.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and engineering calculations.
• CREO experience is a distinct advantage.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary R&D environment.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary package.
• Hybrid working (2 days per week from home).
• Excellent benefits package.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on innovative products used globally across the materials processing industry.

Help shape the next generation of industry-leading equipment and see your ideas brought to life in the field.