Engineering & NPD Lead

We are now looking for an experienced Engineer to lead the NPD and Engineering team in the introduction of new scientific instrumentation.

Now is an exciting time to join a growing company, where you can play a key role in the delivery of new products, and to make a significant contribution to the business.

In this hands on role, you will manage and deliver NPD projects on-time, in-full, and to specification.

Working closely with Engineering, R&D and key external partners you will establish specifications and functional descriptions covering mechanical, electronic and software requirements.

Leading a small team of engineers, technicians and apprentices, you will, build and execute project plans including budget, time-line and resource allocation (internal and external).

You will create and maintain project documentation to a high standard, including meeting and achieving certification to relevant product standards (e.g. EN61010).

As Engineering & NPD Manager you will contribute to the detailed definition of the NPD roadmap and product specifications and lead the transfer of new products to the manufacturing.

In addition to NPD responsibility, you will also be responsible for the existing product range, supporting service and test with fault finding, identifying solutions for faults and obsolescence and support customers, distributors and engineering with technical and service matters.

Experience

We are seeking at least five years’ experience in an engineering development environment with specific experience in scientific equipment, instrumentation, special purpose machinery, motion control or robotic systems development.

A proven track record in project delivery, achieving project deadlines and performance objectives.

Additional Information:

Candidates MUST be eligible to work and live in the UK, without ever requiring sponsorship. Copies of Passports and Visas will be requested for verification.

There will be occasional overnight business travel. As such the successful candidate MUST hold a Full clean UK driving licence.

Salary / benefits: c£60k, plus 10% bonus and benefits.

Job Term: Permanent, Full Time, Onsite

Skills: Product Development Manager, Product Development, Engineering Manager, Engineering & NPD Manager, NPD, NPD Management, Project Management, R&D, Product Development, Motion Control, Stepper Motors, DC Motors, Actuators, Instrumentation.

To apply for the Engineering & NPD Manager: Please send your CV to Iona Mulligan