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R&D Engineer Location: Waterford Full-Time | Permanent Hartley People Recruitment is seeking an R&D Engineer to join a well-established engineering and manufacturing organisation based in the South East. The successful candidate will play a key role in the research, development and continuous improvement of precision-engineered products used in highly regulated industries. This role will involve supporting the development of new products, enhancing existing designs, and collaborating closely with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure products meet technical, regulatory, and performance requirements. The position offers an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys technical problem solving, product innovation, and working across the full product lifecycle from concept through to validation and production support. Duties and Responsibilities • Support the research and development of new products and technologies, from concept design through to prototype and validation stages. • Contribute to the design, testing, and optimisation of mechanical components and assemblies. • Conduct engineering analysis, testing, and evaluation to verify product performance and reliability. • Develop and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, reports, and validation records. • Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure product designs are suitable for production. • Support design improvements and product optimisation initiatives based on testing data, field feedback, and manufacturing insights. • Participate in design reviews and cross-functional project meetings to ensure alignment with project goals and timelines. • Investigate technical challenges and propose practical engineering solutions to improve product performance and manufacturability. • Assist with the introduction of new materials, processes, or technologies that enhance product capability or efficiency. • Ensure all engineering work complies with relevant industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality procedures. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will be a technically strong engineer with experience in product design, development, or mechanical engineering, preferably within a manufacturing environment. Requirements • Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline. • Experience working in engineering design, R&D, or product development roles. • Strong technical understanding of mechanical systems, materials, and manufacturing processes. • Experience with engineering analysis, testing, and design validation activities. • Proficiency with CAD software and technical documentation. • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. • Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional engineering teams. Desirable • Experience in precision engineering or high-specification manufacturing environments. • Familiarity with regulated industries or applications requiring high levels of quality and reliability. • Knowledge of design for manufacture (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) principles. • Exposure to testing, validation, or product qualification processes. How to Apply For immediate consideration, please email your CV to [email protected] or call Nigel at 051 878813. Hartley People Recruitment operates to the highest ethical standards, ensuring your CV is handled with confidentiality and sent to clients only with your prior consent.