847 R D jobs in the United Kingdom

R&D Engineer

Aerospace Engineering

Tewkesbury   

Permanent

The Role – R&D Engineer

We have an excellent opportunity for an ambitious R&D Engineer to join a prominent aerospace engineering business in Gloucestershire.

This is an in-depth hands-on role contributing to the satisfactory design, analysis, development, testing, and qualification of aerospace products.

You’ll be joining a fantastic team in a purpose-built modern facility where you’ll be able to make a real impact to the future of the business.

Duties – R&D Engineer

• Contributing to the development of Electro-mechanical, Electro-hydraulic and Mechatronic control components/ and components.
• Mathematical modelling with MathCAD, MatLab/Simulink, FEA
• 3D design and 2D drawing creation of concept ideas.
• Research into aerospace materials and their properties
• Develop understanding of common machining and fabrication processes
• Development of assembly techniques
• Development of qualification test methods
• Compilation of clear and concise analysis and test reports
• Presenting technical details to the customers at all levels

Background – R&D Engineer

• Degree or HNC in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Design competency (Preferably Siemens NX or similar)
• Experience with analysis tools such as MathCAD, MatLab and FEA
• Appreciation of different manufacturing techniques (Machining, assembly, testing)
• Team player with strong communication skills

Omega

For more information on this role, please contact Lee Powell on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed) 

Candidates who are currently a Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Product Support Engineer, Systems Engineer, Analysis Engineer, Hydraulic Engineer, Sustainment Engineer, Development Engineer, Design Engineer, Project Engineer, Senior Engineer may be suitable.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website (url removed) 

Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

R&D Technologist
Location: Ripley, Derbyshire (On-site)
Hours: 36.5 per week
Salary: 47,000 + Bonus

A well-established manufacturer is seeking a curious, hands-on R&D Technologist to join a small, collaborative team based at their Ripley site. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in raw material evaluation, production support, and product development within a highly respected innovation-led environment.

You'll work closely with the Head of QA & Development, contributing directly to the evolution and advancement of a specialised textile product line.

• Promote and adhere to safe working practices across lab and factory environments

• Apply expertise in colour theory, dyeing methods, and colourfastness testing

• Evaluate raw materials, understanding how they behave under different processing conditions

• Support production with technical problem-solving and troubleshooting

• Operate laboratory and pilot equipment in line with established protocols

• Lead and support R&D projects, from concept to implementation

• Communicate findings clearly across departments and document results effectively

• Investigate and recommend new materials, processes, and technologies

• Drive continuous improvement in both process and product performance

• A science-based degree (e.g., Chemistry, Materials Science, or similar)

• Strong understanding of raw materials and R&D/laboratory practices

• Confident in planning and delivering R&D projects to deadlines

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• High attention to detail in lab work, reporting, and documentation

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and act on data

• Proactive and innovative mindset with a willingness to explore and test new ideas

• Adaptable and comfortable with change in a dynamic working environment

• Able to work independently and within a team setting

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Desirable:

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment

• Background in textile dyeing, colour science, or colourist roles

This is a rare chance to work in a technically rich environment where your contribution will directly influence the direction of product innovation. If you're ready to get hands-on, think critically, and make an impact-this role could be for you.

To apply: Please submit your CV and a brief cover note outlining your interest and suitability.

Research & Development Engineer Portsmouth - £40k-£50k

Morson Talent are supporting our prestigious client with the recruitment of a dynamic Research & Development Engineer on a permanent contract.

The successful engineer will be required to support the design, development, testing and deployment of in-house computer storage testing and secure data erasure equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

Understand and apply principles of digital and analogue electronics in product development and problem-solving.
Support electronic and PCB design (training provided if needed).
Assemble and configure PC-based and embedded systems used in test equipment.
Install, configure, and maintain Linux-based operating systems and software.
Conduct software testing and evaluation of in-house applications.
Perform basic scripting or programming (e.g., Bash, Python, C) for automation and diagnostics.
Use soldering skills for board-level work and prototype builds.
Maintain up-to-date technical documentation, test logs, and build instructions.
Provide technical support to global users of our test equipment via email, remote tools, or in-person.
Develop innovative solutions to technical and operational challenges.
Work in accordance with ISO 9001 standards and participate in quality audits.

PERSONAL:

Key Requirements:

Understanding of digital and analogue electronics
Some experience (or strong interest) in PCB and circuit design
Experience with PC assembly and software installation
Strong working knowledge of Linux
Soldering skills (through-hole and SMT)
Comfortable with basic programming or scripting (e.g. Python, Bash)
Software testing and evaluation experience
Strong documentation and communication skills
Self-starter, proactive, and able to work independently
Willingness to learn and develop new skills

Additional Experience (Not Essential):

PCB design using KiCAD, Altium or Eagle
Knowledge of data storage technologies (SATA, NVMe, SAS)
Experience with test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic and bus analysers)
Familiarity with secure data erasure standards
Technical customer support experience

About the Role:

Full-time, hands-on engineering role
Based in the UK with occasional remote support for international clients
Involves assembling, configuring, and supporting proprietary test equipment
Excellent opportunity to learn and develop across hardware, software, and support

In addition to a competitive salary, our client offers industry leading benefits including contributory pension, private healthcare and health insurance, life insurance, free eye tests (and contribution to glasses), gym membership and income protection.

To apply, or for more detail, please send over your latest CV to Neil Clark on (url removed).

This vacancy is being advertised by Morson Talent, part of Morson Group. Morson is the largest technical recruitment business in the UK, offering a range of talent solutions to our blue-chip clients worldwide.

R&D Chemist                    up to 48k

South East                 ABJ7600    

An R&D analytical chemist is urgently required to join an expanding analytical team to work on the development of new and existing products; writing suitable trial proposals, progress reports and final reports.  You will work with the technical manager and a strong analytical team to help in the design and improvement of processes with the writing of suitable documentation to support this function.

Key Responsibilities

• As R&D chemist contribute and lead research projects to aid and improve the function of the company.
• Use ICP and other analytical skills for e.g., analysis (IC, ICP LC, GC-MS).
• Writing appropriate project COSHH risk assessments and general risk assessments to ensure safe working through-out any given project.
• Assist the Technical Management Team in process troubleshooting, using suitable project work.
• Assist in customer support activities including customer complaints and troubleshooting.
• Where required, support the Laboratory in analysis of samples.
• Investigate, study and research process raw materials and final product; develop and maintain a suitable documentation.
• Carrying out analytical projects, producing suitable reports on completion. These projects are to help with analytical, process trouble-shooting and new product introductions.
• Storing and monitoring appropriate samples.
• The regular and routine calibration of instruments and equipment in accordance with the prescribed techniques and frequency. The main focus will be on instruments related to the R&D team.
• Carry out detailed Analytical Projects, as requested by the Assistant Technical Manager, to gain an improved understanding of process behaviour. Write suitable trial proposals and progress reports to provide information to laboratory management and production personnel when appropriate.
• Calibration and Standardisation of appropriate equipment, mainly related to R&D activities.
• Review of current and development of new analytical test methods if required.
• Assisting quality control in the lab as required.
• Through an in-depth knowledge of product and reagent safety information ensure adequate protection for yourself, others and the workplace environment.
• Train all relevant staff on the application of newly developed methods

Training could be given to an exceptional graduate with a chemistry degree.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree Chemistry
• A level in Maths and Chemistry preferred
• Commercial / industrial experience preferred
• Experience or understanding of inorganic analytical techniques e.g., IC, ICP GC-MS XRF etc –

from a university project or experience.

• Strong analytical chemistry and laboratory techniques
• Curiosity and problem solving

If you are interested in this position please apply to:

Alison Basson at Hudson Shribman Scientific Recruitment, Ref: ABJ7600 on (phone number removed) to 

R&D Engineer, Nuneaton, basic to c55k.

Are you:
* Keen to gain involvement in varied projects?
* Looking to develop a concept all the way through to production?
This could be for you.

THE ROLE
Part of a small R&D team, developing new mechanical products for heating and cooling of buildings. From initial concept, you'll take full ownership of projects, through product design, manufacturing & production through to prototyping and testing.
Role includes:
* Assess detailed product specifications and project brief.
* Assess components, technologies, competitor analysis and changes in industry legislation to ensure best practice is followed.
* Performing calculations around heating, cooling, airflow and flow rates.
* Developing a 3D modelled design and production drawings on CAD.
* Liaising with suppliers to build a Bill of Materials for manufacturing, working closely with production through build and test phases.

THE PERSON
Essential:
* Mechanical engineering & manufacturing background required, ideally with sheet metal products.
* You'll most likely have worked as an R&D Engineer, Product Engineer, Design Engineer or Product Development Engineer.
* Ideally backed by an HNC or degree in an engineering subject, with a minimum of 3-4 years' post grad experience.
* Strong CAD capability in 2D & 3D packages.

Desirable:
* Working knowledge within the heating and cooling industry is preferred but not essential.

THE PACKAGE
A basic salary in the c40-55k bracket, pending on background and experience.
Full company benefits.

THE LOCATION
Based on-site in Nuneaton.
Some home-working offered after initial training period.

• Develop new, innovative products
• Explore new chemistries in line with the companies strategic goals
• Develop analytical and other quality required parameters
• Develop processes for manufacturing new products including their upscaling into pilot scale
• Develop analytical and quality procedures to ensure the products functionality
• Develop new Applications for existing or new products
• Support Production department on any problems arising in production
• Manage the R&D Laboratory and its personnel
• Develop Equipment and technical standards according to the requirements

• PhD in Inorganic Chemistry or Material Science, ev. Mineralogy or Polymer Sciences
• willingness to do practical lab work
• experience in analytical procedures especially spectroscopic methods
• willingness to occasional travels

R&D Technologist
Location: Ripley, Derbyshire (On-site)
Hours: 36.5 per week
Salary: 47,000 + Bonus

A well-established manufacturer is seeking a curious, hands-on R&D Technologist to join a small, collaborative team based at their Ripley site. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in raw material evaluation, production support, and product development within a highly respected innovation-led environment.

You'll work closely with the Head of QA & Development, contributing directly to the evolution and advancement of a specialised textile product line.

• Promote and adhere to safe working practices across lab and factory environments

• Apply expertise in colour theory, dyeing methods, and colourfastness testing

• Evaluate raw materials, understanding how they behave under different processing conditions

• Support production with technical problem-solving and troubleshooting

• Operate laboratory and pilot equipment in line with established protocols

• Lead and support R&D projects, from concept to implementation

• Communicate findings clearly across departments and document results effectively

• Investigate and recommend new materials, processes, and technologies

• Drive continuous improvement in both process and product performance

• A science-based degree (e.g., Chemistry, Materials Science, or similar)

• Strong understanding of raw materials and R&D/laboratory practices

• Confident in planning and delivering R&D projects to deadlines

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• High attention to detail in lab work, reporting, and documentation

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and act on data

• Proactive and innovative mindset with a willingness to explore and test new ideas

• Adaptable and comfortable with change in a dynamic working environment

• Able to work independently and within a team setting

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Desirable:

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment

• Background in textile dyeing, colour science, or colourist roles

This is a rare chance to work in a technically rich environment where your contribution will directly influence the direction of product innovation. If you're ready to get hands-on, think critically, and make an impact-this role could be for you.

To apply: Please submit your CV and a brief cover note outlining your interest and suitability.

Research & Development Engineer Portsmouth - £40k-£50k

Morson Talent are supporting our prestigious client with the recruitment of a dynamic Research & Development Engineer on a permanent contract.

The successful engineer will be required to support the design, development, testing and deployment of in-house computer storage testing and secure data erasure equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

Understand and apply principles of digital and analogue electronics in product development and problem-solving.
Support electronic and PCB design (training provided if needed).
Assemble and configure PC-based and embedded systems used in test equipment.
Install, configure, and maintain Linux-based operating systems and software.
Conduct software testing and evaluation of in-house applications.
Perform basic scripting or programming (e.g., Bash, Python, C) for automation and diagnostics.
Use soldering skills for board-level work and prototype builds.
Maintain up-to-date technical documentation, test logs, and build instructions.
Provide technical support to global users of our test equipment via email, remote tools, or in-person.
Develop innovative solutions to technical and operational challenges.
Work in accordance with ISO 9001 standards and participate in quality audits.

PERSONAL:

Key Requirements:

Understanding of digital and analogue electronics
Some experience (or strong interest) in PCB and circuit design
Experience with PC assembly and software installation
Strong working knowledge of Linux
Soldering skills (through-hole and SMT)
Comfortable with basic programming or scripting (e.g. Python, Bash)
Software testing and evaluation experience
Strong documentation and communication skills
Self-starter, proactive, and able to work independently
Willingness to learn and develop new skills

Additional Experience (Not Essential):

PCB design using KiCAD, Altium or Eagle
Knowledge of data storage technologies (SATA, NVMe, SAS)
Experience with test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic and bus analysers)
Familiarity with secure data erasure standards
Technical customer support experience

About the Role:

Full-time, hands-on engineering role
Based in the UK with occasional remote support for international clients
Involves assembling, configuring, and supporting proprietary test equipment
Excellent opportunity to learn and develop across hardware, software, and support

In addition to a competitive salary, our client offers industry leading benefits including contributory pension, private healthcare and health insurance, life insurance, free eye tests (and contribution to glasses), gym membership and income protection.

To apply, or for more detail, please send over your latest CV to Neil Clark on (url removed).

This vacancy is being advertised by Morson Talent, part of Morson Group. Morson is the largest technical recruitment business in the UK, offering a range of talent solutions to our blue-chip clients worldwide.

R&D Engineer

Aerospace Engineering

Tewkesbury   

Permanent

The Role – R&D Engineer

We have an excellent opportunity for an ambitious R&D Engineer to join a prominent aerospace engineering business in Gloucestershire.

This is an in-depth hands-on role contributing to the satisfactory design, analysis, development, testing, and qualification of aerospace products.

You’ll be joining a fantastic team in a purpose-built modern facility where you’ll be able to make a real impact to the future of the business.

Duties – R&D Engineer

• Contributing to the development of Electro-mechanical, Electro-hydraulic and Mechatronic control components/ and components.
• Mathematical modelling with MathCAD, MatLab/Simulink, FEA
• 3D design and 2D drawing creation of concept ideas.
• Research into aerospace materials and their properties
• Develop understanding of common machining and fabrication processes
• Development of assembly techniques
• Development of qualification test methods
• Compilation of clear and concise analysis and test reports
• Presenting technical details to the customers at all levels

Background – R&D Engineer

• Degree or HNC in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Design competency (Preferably Siemens NX or similar)
• Experience with analysis tools such as MathCAD, MatLab and FEA
• Appreciation of different manufacturing techniques (Machining, assembly, testing)
• Team player with strong communication skills

Omega

For more information on this role, please contact Lee Powell on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed) 

Candidates who are currently a Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Product Support Engineer, Systems Engineer, Analysis Engineer, Hydraulic Engineer, Sustainment Engineer, Development Engineer, Design Engineer, Project Engineer, Senior Engineer may be suitable.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website (url removed) 

Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.