R&D Engineer

Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nechew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. Are you an R&D engineer who enjoys turning ideas into reality through hands on testing and problem solving? Join our Hull based R&D team and play a pivotal role in the development of innovative medical technologies that make a real difference to patients around the world.

You will be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary R&D environment where no two days are the same. Working alongside scientists, technologists and engineers, you will plan and deliver laboratory testing that supports the design and development of new products.

From setting up investigations and validating methods, to analysing results and sharing clear recommendations, you will help keep projects on track for time, cost and quality.

You will also engage with colleagues across quality, manufacturing and external partners, ensuring robust, compliant and well documented development activities that support successful product delivery.

• Develop, validate, and optimise analytical, physical, mechanical, and electrical test methods to support product development, performance evaluation, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, calibration, qualification of new testing technologies, and coordination of external testing partners.
• Design and execute product testing programmes to assess functionality, robustness, stability, safety, and competitive performance of prototypes and commercial products.

Success in this role comes from curiosity, organisation and a practical approach to problem solving.

• A degree in engineering or a scientific discipline, or equivalent relevant experience, with a solid foundation in laboratory or technical testing.
• Experience planning, executing and documenting experimental work, with the ability to interpret data and draw clear, logical conclusions.
• Strong communication skills, enabling you to clearly report progress and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Confidence using standard Microsoft tools, with additional experience of laboratory software; LabView, CAD or statistical tools being an advantage.

Generous annual bonus and pension schemes, Share as You Earn share options, flexible vacation and time off, paid holidays and paid volunteering hours.

Private health and dental plans, healthcare cash plans, income protection, life assurance and more. Hybrid working model (for most professional roles), hands on training, mentorship and employee discounts on gyms and fitness clubs.