Development Engineer

Your Role

Bring your curiosity to work as our next Development Engineer. You will be part of our R&D Programs, Emerging Technology team reporting to Mick Norrington. In this role, your mission is to lead the pilot production of LRP’s (Liquid Ring Pumps). LRP manufacture is a new undertaking for the organisation – it will require close focus as the product matures and volumes grow prior to transfer to a Product Company.

The role will be transitioned into an Emerging Technologies Development Engineer role following hand-over to the LRP NPI team. It is estimated that this will occur 9 months after appointment but is subject to change.

You will contribute directly to how we create high‑quality products and solutions for our customers.

Your day-to-day

•    Maintain a 6S compliant production area.
•    Develop a UK-based supply chain for the LRP.
•    Manage inventory and parts ordering based on demand planning.
•    Maintain traceability of components with reference to an LRP serial No.
•    Develop SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures) for LRP build.  
•    Support the analysis of field found defects and reliability feedback.

Your skills and experience

•    An engineering apprenticeship or equivalent experience

•    More than five years experience of laboratory or workshop environments

•    Domain knowledge of vacuum pumps and production methods.

•    Direct knowledge of engineering methods; ECN (Engineering Change Notice), BOM (Bill of Materials). SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures)

•    Familiarity with methods of mechanical measurement

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

Your location

This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Burgess Hill, United Kingdom (GB). You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.

Why it is great to work with us

Your career grows through your skills, your curiosity, and the people you work with. You join a global network where we learn from each other and share knowledge openly. We focus on long‑term development and encourage you to explore new ideas that help us move forward. Innovation is part of how we think and act – we test, improve, and use what we learn to create solutions that matter. You can make a meaningful impact by contributing with your insights and taking ownership of your work, supported by flexible ways of working and leaders who empower you.

Application process

Our selection process includes interviews and, for some roles, skills assessments that help us gain a deeper understanding of your profile. We look forward to getting to know you, learning about your strengths, and discussing how you can grow with us. If you have questions during the process or need support, please contact us.