Digital R&D Engineer – Software Development

Job title:

Digital R&D Engineer – Software Development

Company

University of Strathclyde

Job description

The University of Strathclyde is a leading international technological institution and has a long history of working with industry to deliver strong business growth from access to research and innovation expertise. The latest major initiative continuing to deliver on this track record is through the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS).As a magnet for innovation in advanced manufacturing, the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS) group of specialist R&D centres, supports manufacturing, engineering and associated tech businesses of all sizes, to thrive domestically and internationally through accelerating productivity, embracing new digital technologies and achieving net-zero targets.We turn smart ideas into reality and deliver ground-breaking research.Coming from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, our passionate team works alongside industry, academia, and the public sector to solve problems, train the workforce of the future and generate the creative ideas that will transform manufacturing.Ultimately, we are growing the economy, developing a vibrant and skilled talent pool and helping create prosperous, sustainable communities.NMIS is seeking to appoint a R&D Engineer specialising on software development to be part of key digital initiatives including data visualisations, Extended Reality (XR) and Industrial Internet of things (IIoT). This role involves designing and implementing software solutions that enhance interactive digital experiences, streamline IoT connectivity, and create dynamic digital twins for manufacturing processes.As an R&D Engineer within the Knowledge Exchange job category, as part of a wider knowledge exchange / research group or programme you will develop knowledge exchange objectives and proposals for your own or joint knowledge exchange activities and play a lead role in relation to a specific project/s or part of a broader project, with guidance from senior colleagues as required. You will conduct individual and/or collaborative knowledge exchange activities, including determining appropriate methods and contributing to the development of new knowledge exchange methods, continually reflecting on practice/methodology to enhance delivery to partners.To be considered for the role, you will require the knowledge, skills and experience normally associated with a relevant PhD or you will be educated to Degree level in an appropriate discipline (computer science) with relevant experience in a similar role or you will have significant experience in a similar role. As a pivotal member of the Digital Team, you will contribute significantly to research programs that could range from developing interactive digital twins in XR or integration of IIoT data streams within industrial enterprises. Furthermore, active participation in academic research pertaining to one or more of these realms will be integral to the role’s responsibilities.Whilst not essential for the role, applications are welcomed from candidates with: membership/working towards membership of a relevant Chartered/professional body (including the Higher Education Academy).For informal enquiries, please contact Syed Awais Hassan Munawar, Visualisation Theme Lead –Share this jobSave jobClick to add the job to your shortlistYou need to or to save a job.Get job alertsCreate a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.© 2015 – 2025 THE World Universities Insights Limited. Powered by Madgex Job Board SoftwareCloseBefore you apply –
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Expected salary

£36924 – 45163 per year

Location

Renfrew, Renfrewshire

Job date

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 06:53:37 GMT

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