R&D Manager
Location: Consett
Salary: Up to GBP75,000 per year, plus bonus
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm.
Job type: Full-time, permanent
Bridge Recruitment is helping one of our established clients recruit for an experienced R&D Manager to join their ever-expanding team. Within this role you will be reporting to the R&D Director.
Responsibilities of the R&D Manager:
· Lead the research, design, development, and validation of new products and enhance existing designs through value engineering.
· Oversee the specification and development of next-generation power and cable management products, ensuring alignment with marketing requirements and compliance with the latest National and International standards.
· Ensure the production and maintenance of technical files to meet UK Regulations and EU directives.
· Implement and monitor design and development procedures in accordance with ISO9001 and our client's ECO design policy.
· Manage testing, test reporting, and safety protocols in the test facility, ensuring product compliance.
· Coordinate with the Industrialization department to ensure designs are practical and cost-effective for production.
· Provide strategic guidance to the Purchasing department for sourcing parts from external suppliers.
· Collaborate with marketing to ensure the technical accuracy of catalogues and technical manuals.
· Support and mentor the technical team on electrical and mechanical matters related to company products.
· Utilize and promote the use of 2D and 3D CAD software in design processes.
· Champion and uphold their Group Values and Code of Ethics.
· Work in Engineering network with other UK&I R&D Centres and our client's Group R&D (SBUs)
Requirements of the R&D Manager:
· Significant experience in mechanical design and testing within a low voltage cable management or power distribution product manufacturing environment.
· Proven track record of testing and reporting in an ISO 17025 accredited test facility is preferred.
· Educated to Degree/HND level in an electrical or related engineering discipline.
· Membership in the IET, IMechE, or equivalent engineering/technical institution is preferred.
· In-depth knowledge of UK Wiring Regulations and relevant national and international standards.
· Extensive experience with Power Distribution and/or Cable Management Products.
· Proven ability to plan and manage complex product development projects and type testing programs.
· Advanced competence in AUTOCAD/INVENTOR and/or others 3-D Modelling systems.
· Strong IT skills, including proficiency in spreadsheets, engineering databases, and presentation tools.
· Excellent communication skills for effective interaction at all levels within and outside the company.
· Ability to lead and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
· Self-motivated with strong leadership skills.
· Willingness to travel within and outside the UK as required.
If you feel like you meet the above criteria for the R&D Manager role, then please apply now