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R&D Engineer

Job Posted: 3 days ago

Salary: £ 44,000 - 47,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: NE38, Rickleton, Sunderland

Expire in: 25 days

Job Description

Job Title: R&D Engineer
Location: Washington
Salary: £44,000 – £47,000 DOE
Benefits: Competitive benefits package, international exposure, career development opportunities

The Company:

Our client is a global engineering organisation specialising in advanced solutions for the automotive sector. Operating across multiple international R&D and manufacturing sites, the business supports leading OEM customers with innovative, future-focused technology. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking engineering environment where innovation, quality and collaboration are central to success.

Job Description:

As an R&D Engineer, you will play a key role in the development of automotive HVAC systems from concept through to industrialisation. Working closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams, the R&D Engineer will support new business development and act as a technical interface between customers and internal stakeholders.

The R&D Engineer will engage directly with customers to understand requirements, support product validation, and ensure solutions meet performance, durability and quality standards. This role involves coordination with test, quality, production and sales teams, as well as regular travel to customer and international company sites.

Key responsibilities include design assurance using engineering tools, supporting testing activities, analysing test results, investigating failures, and contributing to benchmarking and cost-reduction initiatives. The R&D Engineer will also ensure all work aligns with company procedures and automotive quality standards.

Skills & Experience:

  * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or a related discipline.

  * Automotive industry experience.

  * Strong understanding of HVAC systems and components.

  * Knowledge of component manufacturing processes.

  * Experience using CAD/CAE tools with the ability to analyse results.

  * Excellent communication and presentation skills.

  * Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and multicultural teams.

Why Should You Apply?

This R&D Engineer role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge automotive technology within a global engineering organisation. If you are an ambitious R&D Engineer looking to expand your international experience, work with leading customers, and contribute to innovative HVAC solutions, this opportunity provides long-term career growth and technical challenge

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