R&D Materials & Connectors Engineer

R&D Materials & Connectors Engineer

iO Associates are working with a long‑established engineering group that designs and manufactures high‑performance interconnection solutions used across aerospace, defence, medical devices, industrial systems and other high‑reliability sectors. Their European R&D centre is expanding due to increased demand for next‑generation component development, and they are now looking to hire an R&D Engineer specialising in materials, mechanical behaviour and connector technologies.

You’ll be joining a small, collaborative research team focused on developing new materials, sealing technologies and precision electronic components for extremely demanding operational environments.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Building expertise in advanced sealing and hermetic technologies, particularly where metal and glass materials interface
• Supporting the development of high‑performance connector components, including insulating elements, conductors and precision contacts
• Designing, modelling and validating new products using 3D design tools and simulation software
• Running material and component evaluations using laboratory test methods such as microscopy, thermal analysis and airtightness assessment
• Assisting in the creation and optimisation of manufacturing workflows, quality checks and qualification procedures
• Identifying opportunities to improve product reliability, reduce production costs and broaden technical capabilities
• Preparing technical documentation and delivering presentations for internal teams or external partners
• Ensuring all activity complies with environmental, health and safety standards

Profile & Experience

• Education:Master’s degree (or equivalent five‑year engineering qualification) in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
• Confident using CAD/design tools and digital simulation
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office for reporting and data analysis
• Able to communicate in English at an upper‑intermediate level (B2+) for technical discussions and documentation
• Quick to learn new concepts
• Analytical, practical and motivated to contribute to innovation
• Open to recent graduates or candidates with early career experience – full training is provided

If this role aligns with your experience and career goals, please apply to this advert with your most up‑to‑date CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted promptly for next steps.