Npd Manager

A leader in specialist scientific instrumentation is now looking for an NPD Manager to deliver their new products development programme.

In this hands on role you will make a significant contribution to the business, managing and delivering NPD projects on-time, in-full, and to specification.

As 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.

You will be leading a small team of engineers, technicians and/or apprentices, including electronics, firmware, software and mechanics, as required,.

Leading NPD, you will establish specifications and functional descriptions covering mechanical, electronic and software requirements.

As NPD Manager, you will create and maintain project documentation to a high standard.

Products should meet and achieve certification to relevant product standards (e.g. EN61010).

When NPD projects are ready, you will assist with transferring new products to the production team.

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

To understand the portfolio of products we are seeking experience in instrumentation, special purpose machinery, motion control such as stepper motors, dc motors and actuators, robotic systems or special purpose machinery development.

To take on the role of NPD Manager, you should have at least 5 years experience in product development or engineering development of complex and precision equipment.

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

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