At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop multidisciplinary engineering teams in innovative R&D projects.
- Company: Dynamic engineering firm with a focus on growth and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, enhanced pension, quarterly bonuses, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Opportunity for international travel and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a growing environment while leading cutting-edge projects.
- Qualifications: Degree in relevant engineering field and proven leadership experience.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Location & Details
Staplehurst, Kent (on site) with occasional international travel. Hours: 40hrs, Monday – Friday (flexibility required). Salary: £60-80k DOE.
About the role
Our client is seeking an experienced Research And Development Manager to lead Mechanical, Electronics, Software and Physics teams within a growing R&D function.
You will set technical direction, ensure safe and efficient delivery, and align engineering output with business goals, customer needs and manufacturing capability.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach and develop multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Plan and allocate resources across projects and priorities
- Oversee delivery from concept through manufacture and installation
- Chair design reviews and guide key technical decisions
- Ensure designs are manufacturable, compliant and cost-effective
- Identify and mitigate technical risk
- Drive continuous improvement in processes, tools and documentation
- Contribute to strategy, roadmaps, bids and budgeting
- Promote safety, quality and regulatory compliance
About you (requirements)
- Degree in Mechanical/Electronic Engineering, Physics or similar
- Significant experience in a multidisciplinary environment
- Proven leadership of engineering teams or complex projects
- Strong understanding of product development lifecycles
- Excellent stakeholder, planning and problem‑solving skills
- Desirable ISO9001 design/development experience
- Background in scientific instrumentation, EM systems or precision engineering
- Systems engineering and configuration/change control knowledge
- Experience transitioning R&D into production
- Why join our client
- Enhanced pension contributions and quarterly bonus
- Referral scheme and 2x death-in-service
- Competitive holiday allowance
- Ongoing training and development
- A growing, innovative engineering environment with real impact
How to apply
Apply now with your CV to be considered for this leadership opportunity.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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Research And Development Manager in Staplehurst employer: Morgan Jones Recruitment
Our company is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration among multidisciplinary teams in Sandwich, Kent. With a competitive salary, a unique 9-day fortnight schedule, and robust employee engagement initiatives, we prioritise your work-life balance and professional growth, ensuring you thrive in your role as a Software/Firmware Engineer while contributing to cutting-edge projects.
