Socode are proud to be working with a market-leading manufacturer developing next-generation ventilation and heat pump systems – driving forward product design, testing, and validation for high-efficiency solutions.
What will I be doing?
You’ll work within the R&D team in Haverhill (Suffolk), taking ownership of mechanical and refrigeration design projects across the full product lifecycle – from requirements capture through to validation and release. The role is hands-on, technically focused, and central to developing new and improved products.
Key responsibilities:
* Track market trends in heat pump and mechanical ventilation systems.
* Analyse competitor products and report findings.
* Plan and deliver development projects covering requirements, specifications, concepts, design, test, and validation.
* Ensure all project deliverables meet time, cost, and quality objectives.
* Work with suppliers, manufacturing, and internal engineering teams to coordinate activity.
* Produce detailed engineering documentation and maintain accurate technical files.
* Design refrigeration systems and components, supporting prototype builds and validation testing.
* Manage engineering change (EC) and product data (PDM) through release.
* Support ongoing quality and compliance tasks.
* Contribute to IP protection and ensure all work complies with Health & Safety standards.
We’re looking for:
* Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
* 2+ years’ R&D experience in a product development or manufacturing environment.
* Interest in designing and developing refrigeration or heat pump systems.
* Proficient CAD skills (Autodesk Inventor preferred).
* Understanding of FEA, CFD, or analytical modelling tools.
* Experience with PLM systems and engineering change management.
* Familiarity with mechanical ventilation or fan-based products.