R&D Project Engineer

R&D Project Engineer

Abingdon

Fancy taking a project from a blank sheet of paper right through to a customer sailing off happily into the sunset?

We're on the hunt for a Project Engineer who's not afraid to get their hands dirty. You'll be the one turning customer wish-lists into reality - working the CAD, sorting the BOMs, chasing suppliers, and getting stuck into build and test. One minute you're in a design review, the next you're out on the production line solving a problem nobody saw coming.

This isn't a desk-bound, watch-the-clock kind of job. You'll be involved from the very first sketch all the way through to the finished product - and everything in between. If you like variety, this is about as varied as engineering gets.

Sound like you? Here's what you'll need:

Proper CAD ability - a degree-level engineering background, 5+ years' experience as a Project Engineer, and genuine skill in a 3D CAD environment, including component/assembly modelling and technical drawings
A problem-solver's mindset - solid understanding of mechanical systems and fabricated components (steel, aluminium, plastics), and a knack for engineering your way out of a tricky spot with practical, innovative solutions
Bonus points - any experience with GRP mouldings, fluid circuits, or electrical systems will get you noticed, though it's not a dealbreaker if you haven't

If you like variety, hate sitting still, and want to see your work rolling off the line, let's talk.

If this sounds like something of interest, please reach out to Chris Smith to get the full details - he'll be happy to give you more information. Even if your CV isn't fully up to date, he can help you fill in the blanks
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed