R&D Engineer

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a R&D Engineer located in Castle Mills, UK.

Reporting to the UK R&D Manager, the R&D Engineer will support the development of new products, improvement of existing solutions, and testing of product concepts. This role is designed to provide hands-on experience across product development, testing, and engineering processes, while building core technical and professional skills.

What a typical day looks like:

• Support the development and optimisation of Critical Power Products for the data centre market, focusing on reliability, efficiency, and scalability
• Assist with market research and benchmarking of similar products.
• Learn & apply fundamental engineering principles to contribute to practical and cost-effective solutions
• Support the design and development of new products from concept through to prototype
• Assist in sustaining, redesign and testing of existing products to improve performance and manufacturability
• Work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to understand design feasibility and performance requirements
• Support product testing activities, including functional, environmental, and compliance testing (IEC and UL)
• Assist with tracking project progress, milestones, and deliverables
• Support lab activities and work alongside internal and external test engineers
• Analyse test results with guidance and support design improvements
• Support investigations and root cause analysis activities
• Prepare clear technical documentation and reports
• Assist with New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and transition to manufacturing

The experience we're looking to add to our team:

• HND / HNC / Bachelor's degree (or working towards) in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering field
• Internship, placement, or project experience in engineering or product business (preferred, not essential)
• Basic knowledge of CAD tools (e.g., Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo)
• Awareness of engineering standards (IEC/UL) is beneficial but not required
• Interest in electrical systems, power distribution, or data centre infrastructure
• Strong analytical thinking and willingness to learn
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage time, prioritise tasks, and work in a structured environment
• Comfortable engaging with different levels of the organisation with support and guidance
• Willingness to travel between sites if required
• Eligible to work in the UK

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success;
• A competitive salary and benefits package which
• A merit-based annual pay review
• Enhanced annual leave
• Employee recognition scheme and long service awards
• Referral bonus
• Volunteer days
• Group Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year
• Sick pay scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Flexible/Remote/Hybrid Work based on your Job Function
• Travel opportunities (role dependent)
• Support in your well-being by access to
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice
• On-site trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.)

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