Research and Development Engineer

Job Title: R&D Engineer

Job Type: Exempt

Location: Glasgow, KY

Reporting To: Research & Development Manager

Company: Tate

At Tate, we are passionate about everything we do. As an independent brand operating within Kingspan Group, a global plc group of companies, Tate has been recognized worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data center infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors, for over 60 years. With revenues of over $420m and growing, Tate plays a pivotal role in offering expertise in cutting edge design engineering to craft solutions, by working collaboratively with clients as a trusted partner.

Tate continues to grow and expand, operating multiple manufacturing and commercial sites across the US, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working on new innovations and forward-thinking designs, as we remain a market leading player within our industry. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate’s world class standards and in keeping with our Planet Passionate sustainability strategy, our focus is on having minimal climate impact.

We are excited to potentially welcome you as part of our team as we continue to grow on a worldwide scale.

The key purpose of this role is to support our innovative Research and Development by assisting in the development and testing of cutting-edge solutions. The R&D Engineer will play a crucial role in creating mockups in the production area and engaging in various production tasks, including packaging. This is a hands‑on role involving prototype construction, assembly, and evaluation, as well as contributing to the continuous improvement of production processes.

• Own development of new products from concept through validation and implementation.
• Design and engineer product solutions aligned with technical and commercial requirements.
• Develop prototypes and conduct iterative testing to refine product performance.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align product design with manufacturing capabilities.
• Ensure product designs meet performance, cost, and manufacturability requirements.
• Support transition of new products from development into production environments. Testing, Validation & Technical Analysis
• Conduct testing and validation activities to ensure product performance and compliance.
• Analyze test data and identify opportunities to improve product functionality and durability.
• Support certification, regulatory testing, and documentation requirements for new products.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, specifications, and design records.
• Perform root cause analysis on product issues and recommend design improvements.
• Validate design changes to ensure performance, safety, and quality standards are maintained. Innovation, Compliance & Continuous Improvement
• Support innovation initiatives to enhance product offerings and competitive positioning.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to improve product design for production efficiency
• Identify opportunities to reduce cost while maintaining performance and quality standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering processes.
• Stay current on industry trends, technologies, and materials to support innovation efforts.

• Demonstrate a proactive and collaborative approach within cross‑functional teams.
• Maintain high attention to detail and uphold quality standards during all hands‑on tasks.
• Embrace continuous learning to stay current with new technologies and industry developments.
• Contribute to a positive team culture by supporting colleagues and sharing knowledge.
• Participate in initiatives that improve sustainability and operational efficiency within the organization.
• Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.
• Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in…