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Junior R&D Engineer

Hinxhill
1 week ago
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Junior R&D Engineer

South Kent (please note, I can only consider candidates within a commutable distance)

c.£30,000 + benefits

Permanent, Full-Time

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for problem solving and innovation?

Do you hold a degree in a scientific or engineering discipline and want to kick-start your career within a dynamic product development environment?

If so, this is an exciting opportunity to join a market-leading manufacturer who design and develop technically advanced products used across the healthcare sector. You’ll be working within a collaborative R&D team on meaningful projects that directly improve quality of life.

The Role

Working as part of a friendly and supportive Engineering team, you will:

Support the development and improvement of existing product lines through hands-on engineering work

Conduct testing, troubleshooting and data analysis to ensure products meet quality and safety standards

Prepare documentation and contribute to technical reports

Assist in problem-solving activities and corrective action plans

Collaborate with colleagues across design, production and quality to deliver innovative solutions

The Candidate

To be successful, you’ll need:

A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Biomedical Engineering or a related scientific/engineering discipline

A keen eye for detail with good analytical and problem-solving ability

A collaborative and proactive approach, with the confidence to share ideas and learn from others

Strong communication skills and a genuine desire to grow and develop within an R&D environment

The ability to travel when required (passport without restrictions is essential)

The Package

Competitive salary circa £30,000 depending on experience

Excellent training and mentoring within an established engineering team

Hybrid working available after training period

Genuine opportunities for career progression and development

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to begin their engineering career with a company that invests in its people and values innovation, teamwork and continuous improvement.

This role is being handled by Emily Powell, Manufacturing, Engineering and Technical Specialist for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment.

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Whether you are entry or Executive level, our team of experienced Recruitment specialists can help you with your career. We are Kent’s leading independent consultancy and pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional service to both candidates and clients.

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By working with us, you will be helping support charities across Kent; we have raised over £60,000 so far

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