Summary: A superb career development opportunity for an academically gifted Physics / Engineering graduate or PhD with solid practical skills, who now seeks their next step on the career ladder.

This innovative company offer a supportive, bureaucracy-free consultancy environment where you can see your good ideas become real-world products. As a developer / consultant, you will work as part of a bright, motivated team in a practical hands on role - undertaking new product research, design and development whilst also liaising directly with clients to discuss their requirements - and transferring early stage concepts into low cost products for high volume production.

Only the best need apply - as in addition to a very impressive record of academic achievement (2.1 Minimum, preferably in Physics, Engineering or a similar numerate subject, from a top University) you should also ideally offer practical commercial experience gained in industry, along with good communication skills / client-facing abilities. You should have a strong interest in the practical side of engineering. Although not required, a PhD in a relevant subject could be an advantage.

Your skills should include:

- An outstanding understanding of applied physics and engineering principles.
- Able to work from first principles.
- Ideally, some knowledge of design for manufacture and manufacturing processes.
- Although not a prerequisite, any experience in analogue / digital electronics or power electronics design would be advantageous.
- Practical laboratory or workshop experience.
- Creativity and problem solving skills.
- Good mathematical / analytical skills.
- Self-motivation and an ability to operate with minimal supervision.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established company with an open, friendly style - to enjoy your day-to-day responsibilities, and to rapidly progress your career.

Please note: even if you don't have exactly the background indicated, do contact us now if this type of job is of interest - we may well have similar opportunities that you would be suited to. And of course, we always get your permission before submitting your CV to a company.