Full job descriptionR&D Design & Development Engineer (Injection Moulding)
Powys (On-site)

£40,000 – £50,000 + benefits
Are you a hands-on Design Engineer who enjoys bringing products to life—from concept through to manufacturing?
We’re recruiting for an R&D Design & Development Engineer to join a growing, fast-paced engineering team delivering high-quality injection moulded products into global healthcare markets. This is a practical, design-focused role where you’ll be heavily involved in CAD, prototyping, and real-world product development—not just managing projects from a distance.
If you enjoy working on tangible products, solving engineering challenges, and collaborating across teams, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a business scaling both its capabilities and international reach.
The Role
You’ll work within a small, collaborative R&D team, taking ownership of product design and development activities across the full lifecycle—from concept through to manufacturing handover.
This is an ideal role for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and enjoys seeing their designs transition into production.
Key Responsibilities
Product Design & Development
*Design and develop products using 3D CAD (SolidWorks / Solid Edge)
*Produce detailed engineering drawings, models, and specifications
*Take concepts through prototyping, testing, and into manufacture
*Support rapid prototyping and 3D printing activities
*Design and develop injection moulded components and assemblies
*Drive innovation to improve usability and manufacturability
Injection Moulding & Manufacturing
*Apply Design for Manufacture (DFM) principles, specifically for injection moulding
*Work with toolmakers and suppliers on mould design considerations
*Support manufacturing teams with product optimisation and cost reduction
*Contribute to process and design improvements
Testing & Compliance
*Assist with Verification & Validation (V&V) activities
*Support product testing and development validation
*Ensure compliance with ISO13485 and regulated design processes
Collaboration & Improvement
*Work cross-functionally with Quality, Operations, and Regulatory teams
*Contribute to technical documentation and design records
*Participate in FMEA, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives
What We’re Looking For
Essential
*Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Medical Engineering or similar
*Experience in product design & development in a manufacturing environment
*Strong 3D CAD skills (SolidWorks or Solid Edge)
*Experience or exposure to injection moulding
*Good understanding of Design for Manufacture (DFM)
*Ability to work independently in a small, technical team
Desirable
*3–5 years’ experience in R&D would be great, but not a must
*Experience in regulated industries (medical devices, pharma, FMCG)
*Understanding of ISO13485 and V&V processes
Why Apply?
*Work on real products you can see, test, and improve
*Join a growing R&D function with strong long-term career potential
*Be part of a small, high-impact engineering team
*Gain international exposure (Asia & US travel opportunities)
*Play a key role in delivering products to global healthcare markets
Location & Package
* Based in Newtown (on-site)
* Monday–Friday, 08:30–17:00 (flexibility available)
* Occasional travel (3–4 weeks/year)
* £40,000 – £50,000 + pension + standard benefits
* On-site parking available