Position
Research & Development Engineer
Reporting to
Head of Concept Development
Location
Labman HQ, Stokesley, North Yorkshire
Salary
£40,000 - £55,000 (BASED ON EXPERIENCE)
Employment Type
Full-time
What You'll Do
* Designing & creating novel electromechanical devices from scratch
* Rapid prototyping and testing your ideas
* Collaborating with a team of engineers who live and breathe innovation
* Exploring emerging tech like AI, machine vision, and generative design
* Turning concepts into working prototypes that push boundaries
* Developing the next generation of cutting edge products to add to our growing portfolio
What You’ll Need
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or similar
* 3+ years in R&D, automation, robotics, or product development
* Solid foundation in mechanical, mechatronics, robotics, or automation engineering
* CAD wizardry (SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar)
* Hands‑on experience with prototyping, 3D printing, electronics, and workshop tools
* Understanding of a wide range of manufacturing processes and design suitability for each
* Knowledge of robotics systems, motion control, PLCs, and embedded systems
* Excellent communication and cross‑disciplinary collaboration skills
Desirable Skills
* A portfolio of personal projects that show off your engineering creativity
* Familiarity with machine vision, AI/ML, or automation platforms
* Experience in lab automation, medical devices, or industrial robotics
* Exposure to compliance frameworks (ISO 9001, Machinery regs)
Company Benefits
* 33 day's annual holiday (rising to 38 with service, incl. public holidays)
* Private Healthcare with Aviva
* 5% employer pension contribution paid on full salary
* Enhanced maternity and paternity leave (long service applicable)
* CPD support with annual professional body subscription covered
* Free on-site gym, squash courts, bouldering wall, and a wide range of staff clubs
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