R&D Project Engineer

R&D Project Engineer Aberdeen We're partnered with an organisation who develops wireless hardware systems that operate in extreme operating conditions. The technology focuses on reliable data transmission where environmental limits, power constraints, and physical robustness are critical. R&D builds physical products: electronics, embedded software, and mechanical systems that interact with the real world. Why this role exists The R&D team are looking to add delivery capacity and technical decision-making to an 8-person Project Engineering team, reporting directly to the R&D Manager. The role As Project Engineer / Project Manager you will: Own end-to-end delivery of new products and technology developments Coordinate electronics, embedded software, mechanical, test, and supply-chain activities Make technical and logistical decisions to keep projects on schedule Translate ideas into buildable, testable hardwareBackground that fits You come from one core discipline: Mechanical engineering Electronics engineering Embedded / firmware engineeringAnd you have experience coordinating work beyond your own discipline. Industries that transfer well: Oil & gas / downhole Space Automotive Medical devices Defence or other safety-critical hardwarePure software-only backgrounds are unlikely to fit. What matters in practice You can explain how you think, not just what you've done You're comfortable making decisions with incomplete data You've coordinated people, timelines, and trade-offs You can turn ideas into something that can be built and testedFormal project management qualifications (PRINCE2, APMP) are not required. Seniority Open to mid-level to senior profiles More junior engineers will develop under a Senior Project EngineerLocation & working pattern Aberdeen, on-site engineering environment 3 days per week in the office Home working 1-2 days per week if project work allows Core hours: 9:00-17:00, 37.5 hours/week Flexibility around start/finish timesCompensation £50,000 - £90,000 base salary, depending on experience and delivery scopeBenefits 33 days holiday, rising to 35 days after 5 years Private healthcare (after 3 months) Pension: 5% employer contribution with 4% employee contribution Death in service: 5× salary Cycle to work scheme Relocation support where required Long-service awards every 5 years Interview process Teams call with the R&D Manager (introductory) On-site interview covering your background and experience and a technical assessment aligned to your discipline