Job Description
A rare opportunity for an exceptional Senior Design & Development Engineer to join a cutting‑edge technology company developing highly innovative products at the intersection of advanced engineering and emerging technologies. This is a hands‑on role focused on taking ideas from concept and prototype through to fully developed, manufacturable products. Due to the nature of some client projects, you must be willing and eligible to obtain DV Security Clearance. This generally requires a long‑term UK residency history (typically 10+ years) and the ability to pass government security vetting. You can join the team and work on other commercial projects while your clearance application is progressing.
Location
North Uttlesford / Greater Cambridge Area (5 days on site)
Salary
Competitive + benefits
Requirements for Senior Design & Development Engineer
- A 2.1 or 1st class degree in Engineering, Physics, Design Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or a closely related discipline
- Outstanding academic credentials throughout education. This team is comprised of exceptionally bright engineers and scientists; therefore, candidates should have achieved excellent academic results, including at least AAA at A Level (or international equivalent), alongside a degree from a leading international university
- Demonstrable experience in a senior design, product development or R&D engineering role
- Proven experience taking products from concept through prototype and into production
- Strong CAD design experience
- Experience with PCB electronics and electronic system design
- Extensive additive manufacturing experience including rapid prototyping techniques
- Understanding of CAD and PDM methodologies
- Strong practical engineering ability with excellent workshop and hands‑on development skills
- Excellent problem‑solving skills with the ability to overcome complex technical challenges
- Ability to quickly learn new tools, technologies and engineering disciplines
- Strong communication skills and ability to work within multidisciplinary teams
- Willingness to work onsite five days per week
- Ability to travel at short notice when required
- A full UK driving licence, or a commitment to obtaining one within six months of starting
The following would be highly beneficial
- Personal engineering projects demonstrating a passion for building and creating
- Experience designing and building machines, robotics, automation systems or other complex electromechanical products
- Experience working within fast‑paced R&D environments
- Exposure to product industrialisation and manufacturing processes
Responsibilities for Senior Design & Development Engineer
- Design, develop and refine innovative products from early‑stage concepts through to production‑ready designs
- Create detailed CAD models and engineering designs
- Design, build and test physical prototypes
- Develop PCB‑based electronic systems and integrate them into wider products
- Rapidly iterate designs based on testing and experimental results
- Identify and solve complex engineering challenges across multiple disciplines
- Improve product performance, reliability, manufacturability and efficiency
- Work closely with engineers and technical specialists across multiple disciplines
- Support product development throughout the full engineering lifecycle
- Contribute directly within workshop and R&D environments through hands‑on engineering activities
What the role offers
- Opportunity to work on genuinely innovative technology projects
- Significant ownership and influence over product development
- Exposure to the complete product lifecycle from concept through to manufacture
- A highly technical and intellectually stimulating environment
- The opportunity to work alongside exceptional engineers and scientists
- Excellent salary and long‑term career prospects
Keywords
Senior Design Engineer / Product Development Engineer / Design & Development Engineer / Mechanical Design Engineer / R&D Engineer / Prototype Engineer / Product Design Engineer / Innovation Engineer / Development Engineer / Manufacturing Engineer / Mechatronics Engineer / Electromechanical Engineer
Technologies
CAD / SolidWorks / AutoCAD / Creo / Fusion 360 / PCB Design / Electronics / Additive Manufacturing / 3D Printing / Rapid Prototyping / Product Development / PDM / Mechanical Design
Related Technologies
Robotics / Automation / Embedded Systems / Mechatronics / Industrial Design
Academic Backgrounds
Mechanical Engineering / Design Engineering / Electronics Engineering / Physics / Manufacturing Engineering
RedTech Recruitment Ltd focuses on finding roles for Engineers and Scientists. Even if the above role isn’t of interest, please visit our website to see our other opportunities.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at RedTech. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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