Junior Mechanical Design and Innovation Engineer

Who they are

Haigh Group is a specialist equipment manufacturer delivering benefits in healthcare and water quality worldwide. They’re committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation to deliver impactful solutions that improve the lives of people and the health of our planet. They’re dedicated to simplifying compliance and making their systems easy to use and maintain, even in highly regulated sectors. Their diverse client base includes over 50% of NHS hospitals and all UK wastewater companies, impacting millions of lives daily. Haigh Group is poised for 10x growth within its current product range, and this new R&D facility is central to achieving that ambition.

Job Description

About the Role
Haigh Group is establishing a new, cutting-edge R&D facility in Oxfordshire. They’re seeking a Junior Mechanical Design and Innovation Engineer to be a founding member of a small team consisting of three engineers. You’ll work in a lean, agile environment with significant autonomy, focusing on early-stage product innovation. This role will give you the opportunity to collaborate with external partners for prototyping and testing, while driving the ideation and development of new concepts.

Your primary responsibility will be to generate ideas that lead to patents and push the boundaries of product innovation. You’ll have a blank slate to apply first principles thinking to solve complex challenges, and your contributions will have a direct impact on shaping the future of our products for a healthier planet and improved healthcare outcomes.

About You
You’re a passionate and driven Mechanical Design Engineer with a solid academic foundation and a genuine eagerness to apply knowledge to real-world challenges. You’re a fast learner, adaptable, and excited to collaborate in a dynamic, hands-on environment. You’re eager to contribute to a company with a mission to make a positive impact on healthcare and water quality worldwide.

Why Work with Us?

• Kickstart your career in innovation: Gain invaluable experience in a cutting-edge R&D facility, working alongside seasoned engineers.
• Enjoy a collaborative and supportive environment: Learn and grow in a team that values your contributions with minimal bureaucracy and the freedom to explore your ideas
• Make a real-world impact: Contribute to projects that address critical challenges in healthcare and water quality
• Focus on innovation: Spend less time on CAD and more time brainstorming, prototyping, and experimenting
• Benefit from continuous learning: Participate in regular training sessions and knowledge-sharing activities
• Enjoy competitive compensation: Attractive salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits package
• Achieve work-life balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your personal and professional well-being

Their Culture
They foster a culture of innovation, ownership, and freedom. They value collaboration, creativity, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. They’re looking for individuals who are passionate about their work, eager to learn and grow, and committed to making a long-term contribution to their company.

Location
The R&D facility will be based at the vibrant Milton Park near Didcot, Oxfordshire, offering a stimulating environment with on-site amenities and convenient access to transportation.

How to Apply
If you’re excited about the prospect of joining Their team and shaping the future of innovation at Haigh Group, they encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV and a cover letter highlighting your relevant skills and experience. They look forward to hearing from you! Please see link on Indeed.

The ideal candidate

Your Skills and Experience

• Solid academic background in mechanical design engineering, and potentially some work experience with a focus on fluidics, vibration, statics, and dynamics.
• You’re particularly passionate about the early stages of product innovation and are comfortable focusing on the idea generation stage, and working with external partners for prototyping and testing.
• 0-2 years of experience (recent graduates are welcome to apply, bonus is work experience n consultancy or start ups).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and innovatively.
• Adaptability and willingness to take on diverse tasks, including administrative and research support.