R&D Engineer (Construction/Roofing Systems)
Royston
£35,000 - £45,000 + Training + Progression + Private Health Insurance + Flexible Working + Free Lunches
Are you an R&D Engineer with a background in AutoCAD or similar, looking for a hands-on role where you will receive full training, clear progression, and real influence over products from day one?
Join a specialist engineering company investing heavily in innovation and R&D. You'll help shape bespoke roofing systems, working closely with Tier 1 contractors and architects on technically challenging projects.
In this role you will work on R&D projects from concept through to manufacture, working across CAD, prototyping, and testing. Based primarily in the Royston office, you'll collaborate closely with the R&D Manager and wider business to deliver robust, evidence-led product development.
This role is ideal for an R&D Engineer with a background in AutoCAD who wants hands-on ownership of projects from ideation to delivery.
THE ROLE:
1. Lead and contribute to early-stage concept development and feasibility assessments
2. Design bespoke construction solutions using 2D and 3D CAD (AutoCAD / Inventor)
3. Develop performance criteria, technical specifications, and specification summary reports
4. Produce and manage prototype components, fabrication, and assembly