Research and Development Engineer

3 weeks ago


Buckingham, United Kingdom Proactive Global Full time

Position: Research & Development Engineer

Location: Buckingham

Hours - Monday - Friday Standard Hours

Proactive currently have an exciting opportunity for a Research and Development Engineer to begin work for a leading manufacturing and production business in Buckingham.

Due to rapid company expansion and an ever growing order book, our client is hoping to recruit at least one additional Applications Engineer to help ensure the quality and accuracy of the factory's function is well maintained throughout this new and excited influx of work.

Responsibilities:

Act as Lead Engineer on internal R&D projects.
Developing the functional specifications and the concepts which will deliver new products and accessories.
Designing and executing experiments to validate/verify new machine / control concepts.
Writing project technical documentation (eg. specifications, timing plans, acceptance test procedures, user manuals, applications guides)
Liaising with internal and external customers, ensuring both the customer and our requirements are fulfilled.

Experience/Requirements:

Degree qualified engineer, with 3 years + experience within an engineering environment
Alternatively, having attained an HNC/HND in an engineering discipline
Full UK driving license
Eligible to work in the UK.
NPI/NPD experience in an engineering/product development environment
Ability to create and develop technical specifications.
Knowledge & experience with hydraulic and electrical control systems
Experience in developing test techniques, their execution and subsequent data analysis, using analysis/measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes.
Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically competent with MS Excel and/or other data processingtools

Ability to read technical drawings and an understanding of mechanical design principles.
Ability to communicate effectively with other business functions and external customers.
Knowledge of Diesel Common Rail and Gasoline Direct fuel injection systems
Knowledge of project management tools and techniques
Basic CAD experience i.e. opening drawings, opening assemblies.

If you are interested in this position, please apply with a copy of your CV & a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity with you in further detail.

How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Charley McCleave on (phone number removed) or .

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist, opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on Linkedin and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies. We look forward to helping you find your next role

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy



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