R&D Project Engineer
| Posting date: | 26 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £33,000 to £35,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 October 2025 |
| Location: | Alfreton, Derbyshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Fresh Start Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 11079 |
Summary
Ref 11079
R&D Project Engineer
Alfreton, Derbyshire
Up to £35,000 depending on experience plus excellent benefits package and an early finish on a Friday.
Our client an American owned manufacturing facility are looking to recruit an experience R&D Project Engineer to join their small but dynamic team based closed to Alfreton, Derbyshire.
As a Research and Development Project Engineer you will be responsible for conducting design, development and test work on projects for heating appliances.
The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, self-motivated and have a proactive “can-do” attitude.
Activities include for the R&D Project Engineer:
• Hands on testing, development & design in accordance with International Standards.
• Hands on light fabrication model making occasionally required.
• Problem solving and delivering innovative technical solutions in a timely manner.
• Client liaison, report preparation and presentation to customers both on site and video conferencing.
• Report writing & Presentations: Powerpoint / Spreadsheets.
• Occasional UK & Overseas travel when needed.
Qualifications and Experience for the R&D Project Engineer:
• Minimum HNC (or equivalent) in engineering or a scientific discipline.
• Time served Engineering apprenticeship with a minimum of 5 yrs experience preferred.
• Knowledge or experience with Domestic or light Commercial gas appliances is highly advantageous.
• Basic fabrication skills also an advantage.
• Full driving licence.
All respondents to this position must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Fresh Start Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities employer.
This vacancy is being advertised by Fresh Start Recruitment.
R&D Project Engineer
Alfreton, Derbyshire
Up to £35,000 depending on experience plus excellent benefits package and an early finish on a Friday.
Our client an American owned manufacturing facility are looking to recruit an experience R&D Project Engineer to join their small but dynamic team based closed to Alfreton, Derbyshire.
As a Research and Development Project Engineer you will be responsible for conducting design, development and test work on projects for heating appliances.
The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, self-motivated and have a proactive “can-do” attitude.
Activities include for the R&D Project Engineer:
• Hands on testing, development & design in accordance with International Standards.
• Hands on light fabrication model making occasionally required.
• Problem solving and delivering innovative technical solutions in a timely manner.
• Client liaison, report preparation and presentation to customers both on site and video conferencing.
• Report writing & Presentations: Powerpoint / Spreadsheets.
• Occasional UK & Overseas travel when needed.
Qualifications and Experience for the R&D Project Engineer:
• Minimum HNC (or equivalent) in engineering or a scientific discipline.
• Time served Engineering apprenticeship with a minimum of 5 yrs experience preferred.
• Knowledge or experience with Domestic or light Commercial gas appliances is highly advantageous.
• Basic fabrication skills also an advantage.
• Full driving licence.
All respondents to this position must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Fresh Start Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities employer.
This vacancy is being advertised by Fresh Start Recruitment.