R&D Engineer – New Product Development

Location: Northern Ireland - Toomebridge Offices

Seniority Level: Entry to Mid

Employment Type: Full Time - Employed

Workplace Type: Hybrid Working (3 days onsite / 2 days from home) | Monday to Friday

Description:

Are you passionate about turning innovative ideas into market-leading products? Join a highly respected engineering team at the forefront of heavy duty machinery. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing next-generation equipment, taking concepts from initial design through to testing, validation, and commercial launch while working in a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop new heavy duty machinery products.

Take concepts from idea generation through detailed design, prototyping, testing, and validation.

Perform engineering calculations, simulations, and technical analysis to support product development.

Manage prototype builds and coordinate field testing activities.

Evaluate new technologies, materials, manufacturing methods, and customer requirements.

Support patentable innovations and contribute to future product roadmaps.

Create and maintain engineering drawings, technical documentation, and product specifications.

Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, procurement, and service teams to ensure successful product delivery.

Assist with product performance improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and value engineering projects.

Investigate field issues and implement effective engineering solutions.

Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and continuous improvement activities.

Provide technical support throughout the product lifecycle, from development through production.