_{13th August, 2026}

Citrus Recruit are excited to be working with a global enterprise to recruit for a Research & Technology Engineer. This is an exciting opportunity for a graduate-level candidate with some industry experience who is eager to build a career in research, development, testing, and technology innovation.
 
As a Research & Technology Engineer, you will support the delivery of research, technology, and development initiatives while helping to maintain specialist facilities, demonstration systems, laser equipment, and testing environments.
 
You'll gain hands-on experience working on real-world engineering challenges, collecting and analysing technical data, and contributing to projects that directly influence product innovation and customer success.
 
Responsibilities & day to day duties
As a Research & Technology Engineer, you be trained and responsible for

• Support the efficient delivery of the company's wire sample service, including sample processing, reporting, and database management.
• Assist with the setup, operation, and ongoing development of specialist applications and research facilities.
• Work collaboratively with Engineering, Research & Development, Sales, and Marketing teams to support demonstrations, applications testing, and project activities.
• Test, evaluate, and validate both internally developed and third-party equipment.
• Collect, analyse, and interpret technical data, producing clear reports and recommendations.
• Support research and development projects from concept through to evaluation and implementation.
• Maintain and manage inventory levels of specialist aerospace wire and cable stock used in testing and development activities.

Skills & experience required

• Degree qualified in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Graduate-level candidate with some commercial, industrial, placement, internship, or hands-on engineering experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a methodical approach to work.
• Ability to gather, analyse, and present technical information clearly.

Benefits package

• Salary of up to £34,000 DOE
• 25 days holiday Plus Bank Holiday
• Pension combined
• Death in service 
• Free parking
• Cycle work to scheme
• Quarterly team meetings lunches provided 

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While we make every effort to reach out to all candidates. If you don't receive a response within 7 days of applying, please understand that your application has not progressed on this occasion. Please review our website for further and upcoming opportunities.

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