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Associate or Senior Associate - Mechanical or Electrical.

Science & Research.

London.

About us

Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.

We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.

We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave.

Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.

About the role

We have a brand-new opportunity for an Associate or Senior Associate to join our Science and Research team in our London office. You can be mechanically or electrically biased .

It's an exciting time to join our Science and Research team . We have a proven track record working within the sector delivering projects ranging from speculative commercial laboratory fit-outs for large developers to working with higher education and institutional end-users at the forefront of industry research. Working alongside a range of specialist engineers and consultants, you will be joining a collaborative, knowledgeable, highly engaged team who love what they do, and offer a supportive, flexible, and high performing work culture.

The role has three strands: project leadership, team leadership, and work winning. Strengthening our leadership in these three areas is a key need in our succession plan and will lead to further career opportunities.

In this key and varied role, you can expect to:

• Be responsible for the day-to-day technical delivery of the electrical or mechanical design services for multi-disciplinary projects across the Science and Research sectors.
• Lead the development of initial strategic concepts for projects ensuring solutions are appropriate for the brief and regulatory standards.
• Interact regularly with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring a communicative, collaborative and timely approach to delivery This is a client-facing role, so you will be attending project meetings and disseminating / translating the brief within the project team.
• Work with the team leader to help monitor fee expenditure, resources and work delivered.
• Mentor and support our ‘next gen’ professionals, including apprentices and graduates.

About you

We are looking for someone who can inspire, with strong leadership and communication skills to help drive the sector and the office forward, contribute to strategy and continue to build on the culture and sense of team created.

As an Associate or Senior Associate, you will be responsible for helping run the team and the office, leading by example and continuing to deliver excellence in your chosen discipline.

The role is instrumental in helping to continue to grow and develop an integrated team of high achievers, as well as seeking new opportunities to develop the business within the Science and Research sector.

To be successful in this role you’ll need:

• Proven experience working as an Associate or Senior Associate Engineer or in a closely related role, with a track record delivering on a variety of complex projects.
• Experience of modern technical delivery processes, and use of relevant software/tools such as BIM, Revit, Electrical OM, Dialux and Relux.
• Demonstrable experience working with clients/contractors / architects in a design-oriented / consultant role.
• Self-awareness, an open mind, and a spirit of generosity.
• Experience in supporting others to develop knowledge, skills, and confidence.

How to apply

To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact

If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange a introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices.

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We’re looking for a talented R&D Engineer to join a forward-thinking engineering team. You’ll take products from concept through design, prototyping, testing, and into production—using customer feedback and performance data to shape results.

What You’ll Do:

• p>Develop and improve products from concept to launch

• Analyse market and user feedback for design improvements

• Use data to solve engineering challenges and measure results

• Manage bespoke projects from design to delivery

• Provide technical support for products in the field

• Keep up to date with emerging tech and market trends

What You’ll Bring:

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Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar

• Extensive product development or engineering support experience 

• 3D CAD skills (Autodesk Inventor ideal)

• Confident with technical documentation and MS Office (ERP/MRP a bonus)

• Proactive problem-solver with a drive for improvement

• Excellent communicator and team player

Must have UK work eligibility and a full UK driving licence.

Apply now and turn ideas into real-world solutions.

White Label is exclusively representing an engineering and manufacturing business in Bradford that requires a Design & Development Engineer to join their team.

The role will be varied and involve design and testing of products so this role would suit someone who enjoys being hands-on with the full design and development process.

Package/Benefits
 

• A salary of up to £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience.
li>Working hours – 36.25 per week.  08.30 am to 4.30 pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30 am to 3.15 pm Friday. Holidays - 35.5 in total including bank holidays and Christmas shutdown.
• Pension - Employee contribution 5%, Employer contribution 3%
• Other benefits - Life assurance of 4x salary after 3 months of continuous service.

Responsibilities of the Design & Development Engineer

• 3D Solid modelling using SolidWorks 2025
• FEA of 3D Models using Solidworks.
• Design of castings, pressings & turned/cold formed assemblies.
• Design calculations using Excel spreadsheets incorporating load distribution and stress calculations.
• Use of industry standards; Eurocode 3, AISC /ASTM etc
• Production of manufacturing drawings using Solidworks.
• Produce product specifications & technical reports.
• Communicate with customers, approval bodies and independent test laboratories.
• To assist in product testing using 50kN/1000 kN/2000kN Test machine.
• Prepare test reports including graphs and test data.
• Formulate answers to technical questions from customers and assist the Technical Support and Quality departments.
• Production of illustrations and technical data for marketing.

Experience required of the Design & Development Engineer

• Educated to degree/HNC level in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• Solidworks experience is essential.
• 2 years minimum experience in a mechanical engineering, structural or construction environment.

This vacancy is being managed by Paul Smith. Apply now for immediate consideration.

We’re looking for a talented R&D Engineer to join a forward-thinking engineering team. You’ll take products from concept through design, prototyping, testing, and into production—using customer feedback and performance data to shape results.

What You’ll Do:

• p>Develop and improve products from concept to launch

• Analyse market and user feedback for design improvements

• Use data to solve engineering challenges and measure results

• Manage bespoke projects from design to delivery

• Provide technical support for products in the field

• Keep up to date with emerging tech and market trends

What You’ll Bring:

< i>

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar

• Extensive product development or engineering support experience 

• 3D CAD skills (Autodesk Inventor ideal)

• Confident with technical documentation and MS Office (ERP/MRP a bonus)

• Proactive problem-solver with a drive for improvement

• Excellent communicator and team player

Must have UK work eligibility and a full UK driving licence.

Apply now and turn ideas into real-world solutions.

White Label is exclusively representing an engineering and manufacturing business in Bradford that requires a Design & Development Engineer to join their team.

The role will be varied and involve design and testing of products so this role would suit someone who enjoys being hands-on with the full design and development process.

Package/Benefits
 

• A salary of up to £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience.
li>Working hours – 36.25 per week.  08.30 am to 4.30 pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30 am to 3.15 pm Friday. Holidays - 35.5 in total including bank holidays and Christmas shutdown.
• Pension - Employee contribution 5%, Employer contribution 3%
• Other benefits - Life assurance of 4x salary after 3 months of continuous service.

Responsibilities of the Design & Development Engineer

• 3D Solid modelling using SolidWorks 2025
• FEA of 3D Models using Solidworks.
• Design of castings, pressings & turned/cold formed assemblies.
• Design calculations using Excel spreadsheets incorporating load distribution and stress calculations.
• Use of industry standards; Eurocode 3, AISC /ASTM etc
• Production of manufacturing drawings using Solidworks.
• Produce product specifications & technical reports.
• Communicate with customers, approval bodies and independent test laboratories.
• To assist in product testing using 50kN/1000 kN/2000kN Test machine.
• Prepare test reports including graphs and test data.
• Formulate answers to technical questions from customers and assist the Technical Support and Quality departments.
• Production of illustrations and technical data for marketing.

Experience required of the Design & Development Engineer

• Educated to degree/HNC level in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• Solidworks experience is essential.
• 2 years minimum experience in a mechanical engineering, structural or construction environment.

This vacancy is being managed by Paul Smith. Apply now for immediate consideration.

R&D Manager (Director potential)

Electromechanical Scientific Instrumentation

£70k - £75k Basic + Bonus + Benefits

East of England base

An integral part of a highly successful UK listed Group of Companies, our Client is a leading designer & manufacturer of electromechanical & electro-optical materials testing products and accessories supplied to a global customer base (OEMs, Industrial End Users, Research Institutions, Academia etc.). Highly profitable with an excellent growth record, the Company has invested heavily in R&D and is now about to enter its next exciting phase of growth, including an imminent move into new, purpose-built. facilities.

It is in this thriving context that the Company is seeking to further strengthen its Senior Leadership Team through the appointment of a high calibre R&D Manager. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will assume full responsibility for delivering the current R&D/NPD strategy and establishing and implementing a new Technology & NPD roadmap. With responsibility for the successful development and project management of new products, you will lead, manage and develop the R&D team, personally demonstrating to them what exceptional project management looks like. In addition, as part of the Senior Leadership team, you will share responsibility for the development and achievement of the Company’s overall business strategy.

Degree qualified in an Engineering discipline (preferably Electronic, Mechanical or similar), you will be able to demonstrate a proven & commercially successful R&D/NPD project management track record gained in a fast-paced technical/engineered product environment. Currently operating at R&D/NPD Manager/Project Manager level, your team leadership & development skills will be coupled with a strong understanding of NPD/market dynamics. You will be creative, highly motivated, energetic and decisive, and will possess the interpersonal skills necessary to communicate/collaborate effectively both within the Organisation and externally with customers & suppliers.

This is an exciting Senior Leadership Team opportunity offering genuine progression potential to Director in addition to an attractive remuneration package with an already successful & expanding Company and Group.

To apply, please send full CV email to David Rawlins at Craggwood Associates Ltd via: Tel: 07903 288820

Data Science Manager (This role may also be called Analytics Manager or Marketing Sciences Manager in other research businesses)

Location: London (Hybrid, 2 days per week in office)

Salary: Up to £65k plus bonus and benefits

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced data scientist looking to step into a role with real impact and visibility?

We're hiring a Data Science Manager to join a growing analytics team delivering insights across public policy, consumer behaviour & brand strategy.

The role is working in a growing market research and consultancy group.

This position blends technical depth with consulting and communication skills. It’s ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, leading projects and translating data into clear, actionable insights.

You’ll work across advanced market research techniques, segmentation, max diff, conjoint, pricing, Turf etc within a collaborative team that values curiosity, learning and innovation.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading end-to-end data science projects, primarily using survey data
• Translating business questions into analytical solutions with practical impact
• Mentoring junior analysts and supporting team learning and development
• Presenting findings to clients and internal stakeholders in a clear and engaging way
• Exploring new approaches, including machine learning and AI
• Collaborating with colleagues across disciplines to design the right solutions

What we’re looking for:

• At least 3 to 5 years of experience in data science, with a strong focus on survey data
• Professional-level proficiency in Python or R
• Strong understanding of statistical and machine learning methods such as clustering and regression
• Hands-on experience with segmentation and preferably conjoint analysis
• Ability to communicate complex methods and results in plain English
• Experience leading projects and building relationships internally and externally
• A collaborative, proactive approach to solving problems

Nice to have:

• Experience or interest in public sector, policy, or current affairs
• Exposure to AI or automation tools and approaches
• Familiarity with text analytics, CRM data, forecasting, or behavioural modelling
• Understanding of marketing science methods such as TURF or key driver analysis
• Background in a relevant subject such as data science, economics, psychology, or engineering, with a quantitative element

This role involves much more than just writing code. You’ll be working directly with clients and internal teams, helping shape methodologies, advise on strategy, and bringing insight to life. It’s a fast-paced, varied environment perfect for someone who thrives on both technical work and being client facing.

The team and culture:

• Hybrid working setup with two office days per week (Thursdays are team days)
• Seven-person data science team with diverse academic and industry backgrounds
• Strong focus on innovation and continuous learning, with six hours per week set aside for personal development
• Collaborative culture with visibility and input across the wider business

Apply below

Data Science Manager (This role may also be called Analytics Manager or Marketing Sciences Manager in other research businesses)

Location: London (Hybrid, 2 days per week in office)

Salary: Up to £65k plus bonus and benefits

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced data scientist looking to step into a role with real impact and visibility?

We're hiring a Data Science Manager to join a growing analytics team delivering insights across public policy, consumer behaviour & brand strategy.

The role is working in a growing market research and consultancy group.

This position blends technical depth with consulting and communication skills. It’s ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, leading projects and translating data into clear, actionable insights.

You’ll work across advanced market research techniques, segmentation, max diff, conjoint, pricing, Turf etc within a collaborative team that values curiosity, learning and innovation.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading end-to-end data science projects, primarily using survey data
• Translating business questions into analytical solutions with practical impact
• Mentoring junior analysts and supporting team learning and development
• Presenting findings to clients and internal stakeholders in a clear and engaging way
• Exploring new approaches, including machine learning and AI
• Collaborating with colleagues across disciplines to design the right solutions

What we’re looking for:

• At least 3 to 5 years of experience in data science, with a strong focus on survey data
• Professional-level proficiency in Python or R
• Strong understanding of statistical and machine learning methods such as clustering and regression
• Hands-on experience with segmentation and preferably conjoint analysis
• Ability to communicate complex methods and results in plain English
• Experience leading projects and building relationships internally and externally
• A collaborative, proactive approach to solving problems

Nice to have:

• Experience or interest in public sector, policy, or current affairs
• Exposure to AI or automation tools and approaches
• Familiarity with text analytics, CRM data, forecasting, or behavioural modelling
• Understanding of marketing science methods such as TURF or key driver analysis
• Background in a relevant subject such as data science, economics, psychology, or engineering, with a quantitative element

This role involves much more than just writing code. You’ll be working directly with clients and internal teams, helping shape methodologies, advise on strategy, and bringing insight to life. It’s a fast-paced, varied environment perfect for someone who thrives on both technical work and being client facing.

The team and culture:

• Hybrid working setup with two office days per week (Thursdays are team days)
• Seven-person data science team with diverse academic and industry backgrounds
• Strong focus on innovation and continuous learning, with six hours per week set aside for personal development
• Collaborative culture with visibility and input across the wider business

Apply below