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Exciting Opportunity: R&D Engineer (Sheet Metal / Stainless Steel / Food Processing Equipment)
Salary: £40,000 to £50,000 DOE + Benefits

Join a leading innovator in the food processing equipment industry and play a key role in shaping the future of food technology. We are looking for a talented and driven R&D Engineer with knowledge of sheet metal or stainless steel mechanical design to work alongside a passionate team, turning creative ideas into real-world solutions.

What You’ll Do:

* Use AutoCAD Inventor 3D software to transform sketches and concepts into detailed, production-ready designs, especially focusing on sheet metal or stainless steel mechanical design.

* Collaborate closely with the R&D team to bring new ideas from initial concept to prototype and full-scale production.

* Work alongside a supportive team and communicate across all levels of the business to achieve project goals.

* Bring your creativity and problem-solving skills to continuously improve designs with value engineering and efficiency in mind.

What We’re Looking For:

* Proven experience in design engineering, ideally in a process engineering or food industry environment.

* Strong knowledge of sheet metal or stainless steel mechanical design.

* Understanding of electrics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and steam systems.

* Proficiency with AutoCAD Inventor and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).

* Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.

* A proactive, “can-do” attitude and a desire to learn and innovate.

* A UK driving licence is required and own vehicle due to site location

*Must be eligible to work in the UK - unable to support any form of sponsorship*

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in an office-based role with occasional hands-on involvement in R&D. If you have expertise in sheet metal or stainless steel mechanical design, and are passionate about design, we want to hear from you