R&D Engineer

TL;DR

R&D Engineer: Driving research and development of systems technologies including optics, automation, spectroscopy, and machine learning with an accent on prototype design, testing, and performance benchmarking. Focus on solving complex technical challenges, data analysis, modelling, and cross-disciplinary collaboration in a dynamic environment.

Company

hirify.global Food is a multinational organisation providing sensor-based sorting, peeling, and integrated post-harvest solutions for the food industries, focused on maximising food safety and minimising food loss.

What you will do

• Drive research and development of systems technologies.
• Design, test, and validate prototypes and benchmark performance.
• Analyse data, build models, and share insights to refine solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges swiftly.
• Collaborate with R&D engineers across diverse disciplines.
• Work cross-functionally to deliver customer-focused solutions.

Requirements

• Doctorate, Master's, or equivalent experience in Engineering, Physics, or related Science field.
• Skilled in automation, vision systems, optics, or spectroscopy.
• Proficient in data analysis, programming, and modelling tools (e.g., python, optic studio).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for prototype validation.

Culture & Benefits

• Health insurance and pension schemes with employer and employee contributions.
• 25 days annual leave plus additional long service days.
• International and collaborative working environment.
• Support for experimentation with new technologies.
• Inclusive culture valuing diversity, well-being, and camaraderie.
• Professional training and development opportunities.