Overview
Reference
0000014289 Salary
£40,000 - £60,000/annum + DOE + Benefits Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- East of England -- Norfolk -- Bexwell Job Type
Permanent Posted
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
R&D Testing and NPD Engineer Lead
📍 Norfolk | 💼 Permanent, Full-Time | ⏰ Monday–Friday, 7:30 – 17:00
The Role
As the R&D Testing and NPD Engineer Lead, you’ll play a key role in planning, coordinating, and delivering the company’s product testing and new product development programmes. You’ll ensure all products meet compliance, certification, and commercial standards while supporting innovation across the business.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead the planning and delivery of product testing and R&D projects in line with the company’s development roadmap
2. Manage testing processes — including scoping, quotations, and coordination with external test providers
3. Prepare detailed technical documentation and certification submissions
4. Carry out testing programmes, including ad-hoc trials for bespoke projects
5. Oversee project management aspects such as scheduling, budgeting, and reporting
6. Work cross-functionally with Technical, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to drive product and process improvements
7. Liaise with certification bodies to create and maintain product scopes and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
8. Produce or coordinate CAD drawings and technical documentation for internal and external use
About You
9. Proven experience in a technical, R&D, or product testing role — ideally within construction, manufacturing, or building products
10. Familiarity with UK product certification standards such as EN1634-1 or BS476 (advantageous)
11. Excellent attention to detail, documentation, and analytical skills
12. Strong communication skills with the ability to manage both internal and external stakeholders
13. Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable working with data and internal systems
14. CAD proficiency preferred but not essential
15. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong commercial awareness
What’s on Offer
16. Opportunity to take ownership of R&D and product testing projects in a growing organisation
17. Collaborative working environment with real scope for innovation
18. Competitive salary and benefits package
19. This is a mainly office based role, so successful candidates must live within a commutable area
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