R&D and Application Engineer

Location: Hethel
Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000)
Industry: Electronics / Engineering / Manufacturing

About the Role

We are hiring an R&D and Application Engineer to support our product development and technical operations. This role combines technical support, product design, and cross-functional collaboration across engineering, sales, and manufacturing teams. You ll contribute to the development of high-performance electronic components used in critical sectors such as MedTech, defence, and industrial applications.

• Provide technical support to internal and external sales teams.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams on product inquiries.
• Assist offshore manufacturing with technical order processing, costing, and custom MLCC design.
• Support and develop test lab methodologies and equipment.
• Participate in product design, modification, and production transfer.
• Manage sample manufacturing and evaluation, including reporting and presentations.
• Create and maintain Application Notes, technical articles, and data sheets.
• Source and specify lab test equipment for technical validation.

• Strong knowledge of analog electronics and discrete components.
• Ability to interpret customer circuit designs and discuss component performance.
• Qualification in Electronics or Electrical Engineering (BTEC, HNC, HND, or BS degree).
• Hands-on experience with electronic circuit testing and lab equipment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and technical documentation.
• Excellent data management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with IT or coding is a plus.

Our client is a global leader in electronic component manufacturing, specialising in capacitors, RF/microwave filters, microphones, and miniaturisation technologies. With a legacy dating back to 1946, they serve critical sectors from their HQ in Itasca, Illinois, and across international locations.