R&D Engineer

Company: Probe UK
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Location: Willenhall
Job Description:

I have a great opportunity for a graduate engineer or an R&D Engineer to join a forward-thinking company in Wolverhampton. My client is committed to the most advanced technologies. Working for many industries such as automotive and rail.

My client is looking for a hands-on self-starter to work on external and internal projects involving hands-on manufacturing and machinery operation. This role also has the potential to move into a supervisory role as the company progresses.

R&D Engineer Benefits:

  • 30,000 – 35,000
  • 33 days holiday.
  • Real training and progression opportunities.
  • Pension.
  • Sick pay.
  • PPE and tools provided.

R&D Engineer Duties:

  • Days. (08:30-17:00)
  • Support sustainable material technology.
  • Recovery trials.
  • Run pilot scale recycling equipment.
  • Sample preparations using different types of manufacturing machinery.
  • Material testing. (Mechanical and chemical testing).
  • Keeping data logs and documentation.
  • Lab maintenance.

R&D Engineer Requirements:

  • Being a graduate with a degree in materials, mechanical engineering or similar (Advantageous)
  • Come from manufacturing background with machining experience or similar (Advantageous).
  • Hands-on.
  • Self-starter.
  • Good problem-solving abilities.
  • Computer literate.
  • CNC experience (Desirable).

A great opportunity to join a fantastic company with loads of benefits. If you like the look of this role, please apply to find out more details.

This R&D Engineer role is commutable from: Wolverhampton, Walsall, Dudley, West Bromwich, Birmingham, and surrounding areas.

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totallyFREEservice to all our Candidates.

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Posted: August 17th, 2026