Senior Development Engineer Hybrid (typically 3 days on-site, 2 days from home) Salary: £55,000-£65,000 + 7% bonus Type: Permanent An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Development Engineer to join a highly innovative research and development team focused on the creation, development, testing, and validation of advanced engineering technologies. This role offers the chance to work across the full development lifecycle, taking concepts from early-stage feasibility through to practical implementation. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, building, modelling, testing, and evaluating new products, systems, and technologies within a complex technical environment. Working closely with engineers, technicians, and multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to cutting-edge development projects while applying strong engineering fundamentals, analytical thinking, and hands-on problem-solving skills. Design, develop, and validate innovative engineering concepts within an R&D environment. Carry out modelling, simulation, analysis, and performance assessments. Develop and execute testing methodologies to verify product and system performance. Support the progression of concepts from feasibility studies through to implementation. Document development activities, test results, and technical findings. Apply engineering principles, mathematics, and physics to solve complex technical problems. Support the development of new products, technologies, processes, and systems. Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Hands-on development engineering experience within an R&D, product development, or advanced engineering environment. Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals, physics, and mathematics. Experience designing, modelling, building, testing, and validating engineering solutions. Semiconductor technologies Scientific instrumentation or laboratory equipment Automotive engineering Aerospace engineering Medical device development Mechanical engineering Thermal engineering Process engineering Materials engineering Chemical engineering principles Experimental testing and validation Prototype development The ideal candidate will be a curious, hands-on engineer who enjoys developing new technologies, testing ideas, and solving complex technical challenges. You will be comfortable working in a fast-paced R&D environment and motivated by the opportunity to turn innovative concepts into practical engineering solutions. Candidates may come from a range of engineering backgrounds, including mechanical, electromechanical, scientific, semiconductor, aerospace, automotive, defence, energy, or advanced manufacturing sectors. Competitive salary of £55,000-£65,000 ~7% annual bonus ~ Hybrid working arrangement ~ Relocation assistance available ~ Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme ~ Comprehensive benefits package ~ Opportunities for professional development and career progression Detailed Teams interview with engineering team members Flexible interview scheduling may be available to accommodate candidates currently in employment. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit
Senior Development Engineer (Contract) in Crawley employer: Computer Futures
As a Power Electronics Engineer with us, you'll be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, working in a vibrant location near Birmingham. We offer a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth through hands-on experience and technical guidance, ensuring you can thrive in your role while contributing to cutting-edge projects. Enjoy the unique advantage of flexible working arrangements, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively.
