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The R&D engineer participates in the creation and development of new IT products across different domains. They work with marketing teams and the project manager to understand and execute the client's project as a team. The R&D engineer studies the specifications (deadlines, schedule, pricing, etc.) and defines the functional requirements with the client after advising them based on their subject matter expertise. They will ultimately transcribe their results by specifying the tools needed for product development. They study the product's feasibility and write the technical specifications following the IT product's functional characteristics. The R&D engineer selects tools to optimize testing. These tests are conducted to verify the product's compliance. They then study the obtained results and make necessary corrections to perfectly meet the client's requirements. Once all these steps are completed, they file the patent application. The R&D engineer transmits the technical specifications to the production teams and maintains continuous contact with them to discuss any potential issues encountered. They work under the direction of the R&D project manager and the R&D studies director.

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Research and Development Engineer

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd

Research and Development Engineer Colchester £45,000 - £55,000 + Progression + Training + Growing Company + Pension + 25 Holidays A brilliant role in a leading company on offer where you can use autonomy to write your own script and play an influential part in the company's growth and future plans. This company are leaders in the automation industry. They have grown exponentially over the last couple of years and are looking to continue their exciting growth with the addition of a Research and Development Engineer. In this role you will work on challenging problems and present new ideas to the engineering team suggesting new feature developments for a range of automotive systems. Showcasing your skills with Analogue & Digital Electronics Design, PCB Design and Power Electronics will be a big part of the technical side of the role. Other duties include investigate new opportunities for the company, reverse engineer a product and provide solutions to rectify issues with a product. The ideal candidate will be an experienced R & D Engineer with both hardware and software knowledge and experience of working with Analogue & Digital Electronic Design, PCB Design and Power Electronics. You will ideally have a degree in electronics or automotive engineering and be commutable to Colchester. An exciting role for someone to join an international business and create their own path in a company that offers, trust progression and an overall great working environment. The Role: • Work on challenging problems and present new ideas to the engineering team • Suggest new feature developments for a range of automotive systems • Showcase skills in Analogue & Digital Electronics Design, PCB Design, and Power Electronics • Investigate new opportunities for the company • Reverse engineer products and provide solutions to rectify issues The Person: • Experienced R&D Engineer with hardware and software knowledge • Proficient in Analogue & Digital Electronic Design, PCB Design, and Power Electronics • Ideally holds a degree in electronics or automotive engineering • Must be commutable to Colchester

Start date As soon as possible
Pay £45k-55k
Location Colchester, England, United Kingdom
Contractor

Process Development Engineer (Micro-Catheters)

Real Staffing

Product Development Role (Contract) I am looking for a self-employed/freelance contractor on behalf of a Global Medical Device company in Cork. The role is to assist in the design and development of new processes for a new device, the ideal candidate will have experience with micro-catheters. Purpose Statement: Collaborate closely with R&D Engineering and Manufacturing teams to develop robust and capable manufacturing processes for the production of medical devices. Manage multiple projects supporting large automation equipment used in the assembly and testing of medical devices, overseeing process and equipment builds from concept through to implementation. Key Responsibilities: • Develop robust, high • capability processes that yield high outputs. • Optimise process equipment and technology performance to ensure efficient and repeatable processes are transferred to manufacturing. • Work closely with R&D Engineering to develop new medical device designs and transfer validated designs to manufacturing. • Design and improve existing equipment and processes to facilitate New Product Introductions (NPIs). • Write and execute validations and qualifications. • Drive continuous quality improvement initiatives • Commission new micro catheter manufacturing technology, ramp up production, undertake validations, and continuously improve processes while identifying potential development opportunities for medical device technology. Qualifications & Experience: • Level 8 degree in a relevant Engineering or Science discipline (e.g., Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electronic, Production). • 3+ years of relevant experience in the medical devices industry. Essential: • Experience in at least one of the following areas: • Design of Experiments (DOE) • Process development and characterisation • Process problem solving • Process validation • Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control (DMAIC) • Equipment validation • New product introductions Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit XX XX XX XX XX Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Start date As soon as possible
Location Cork, Ireland

Frequently asked questions about working as a R&D Engineer

What is the role of a R&D Engineer

The R&D engineer (or Research and Development engineer) is the engineer responsible for defining, evaluating and validating new solutions according to their field. The main objective of this manager within the company is to conduct research and studies to identify innovation needs, but not only that. They also closely monitor the competition to ensure their company remains competitive in the market.

How much does a R&D Engineer charge

The daily rate of an R&D engineer is ... euros per month for an entry-level profile. For an experienced person, they will receive a monthly salary between 500 and 800 euros. The salary of an entry-level R&D engineer is between £2700 and £3500. That of an experienced R&D engineer varies from £3500 to £5000.

What is the definition of a R&D Engineer

The R&D engineer is the key element within the company. Their main mission is to uncover innovative technologies, improve processes and design unique quality products. They are also called CAD/testing/studies engineer, Design or Development engineer. In other words, their objective is to imagine new innovative products so that the company gains competitiveness in the market. As their name indicates, they work in the company's research and development branch. Of course, they also work in close collaboration with other departments such as marketing, production and quality control.

What type of mission can a R&D Engineer handle

The research and development engineer conducts research to design a product that defies all competition. Here are their main responsibilities: •Conduct research and studies (to identify customer needs/to improve and optimize the product) •Design and develop an innovative product/service •Perform tests and analyze results •Support the production phase (manage the project through to production) •Write technical specifications •Monitor all proposed improvements •Improve company competitiveness •Propose improvements to work methods

What are the main skills of a R&D Engineer

The R&D engineer must have the right skills to perform their work. Here are some of the main ones: •Show imagination and especially creativity •Ensure project management through to completion •Know how to work in a team and respect preset deadlines •Be a good manager and know how to manage a budget •Master the computer and digital tools necessary for the work •Master English (spoken and written)

What is the ideal profile for a R&D Engineer

Having the following key personal qualities is essential for working as an R&D engineer: •Curious and methodical •Having research capabilities •Being rigorous and organized •Having good interpersonal skills •Knowing how to communicate

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