R&D Engineer

R&D Engineer
• Newtownabbey
• Competitive Salary

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an R&D Engineer to join a well-established global manufacturer. Based in Newtownabbey and reporting to the R&D Manager, you will be part of a global product development team focused on designing and delivering next‑generation products for international markets.

• Design and develop innovative components and products, including conceptual sketches, 3D CAD models, detailed drawings and material selection.
• Work both independently and within a multidisciplinary R&D team to deliver functional, manufacturable design solutions.
• Support quality and functional testing of development concepts, analysing data and providing recommendations based on findings.
• Evaluate materials, prototypes and components through simulation and practical hands‑on testing.
• Produce samples and working models, create rapid prototypes and coordinate the external manufacture of prototype tooling and components.
• Collaborate with Operations on sourcing, commissioning and optimisation of production equipment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on process optimisation and design for manufacture.

• Third level qualification in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Design Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years industrial experience in an R&D or Product Design role.
• Strong proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software.

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