Exciting Opportunity: R&D Engineer (Sheet Metal / Stainless Steel / Food Processing Equipment) Salary: £40,000 to £50,000 DOE Benefits Join a leading innovator in the food processing equipment industry and play a key role in shaping the future of food technology. We are looking for a talented and driven R&D Engineer with knowledge of sheet metal or stainless steel mechanical design to work alongside a passionate team, turning creative ideas into real-world solutions. What Youll Do: Use AutoCAD Inventor 3D software to transform sketches and concepts into detailed, production-ready designs, especially focusing on sheet metal or stainless steel mechanical design. Collaborate closely with the R&D team to bring new ideas from initial concept to prototype and full-scale production. Work alongside a supportive team and communicate across all levels of the business to achieve project goals. Bring your creativity and problem-solving skills to continuously improve designs with value engineering and efficiency in mind. What Were Looking For: Proven experience in design engineering, ideally in a process engineering or food industry environment. Strong knowledge of sheet metal or stainless steel mechanical design. Understanding of electrics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and steam systems. Proficiency with AutoCAD Inventor and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word). Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams. A proactive, can-do attitude and a desire to learn and innovate. A UK driving licence is required and own vehicle due to site location Must be eligible to work in the UK - unable to support any form of sponsorship This is a fantastic opportunity to work in an office-based role with occasional hands-on involvement in R&D. If you have expertise in sheet metal or stainless steel mechanical design, and are passionate about design, we want to hear from you ADZN1_UKTJ