R&D Project Manager - DA1 - DA18

A really fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic Project Manager to lead design and development our client’s R&D area, due to continued demand for state-of-the-art environmental health & safety products.

As Project Manager you will carry out end to end market and engineering research, lead product planning, ensure testing delivers working product and then manage the launch of new products. You will manage costs, schedules, and suppliers, staying up to date with industry trends and developments.

Applications from suitably qualified ex-military personnel (Royal Air Force, Royal Navy, British Army, Royal Marines) will be particularly relevant for this position but other qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Reporting to the R&D Director you will have the opportunity to build your own team as need grows, lead collaboration with colleagues in Marketing and Operations and the potential to develop products for US and Australia markets.

You will also lead the strategic improvement of existing products to ensure that they are delivering on customer’s environmental and cost needs.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• We are looking for proven experience of leading projects in a similar industrial equipment environment
• Proven CAD experience and Prince II or APM Certification would be an advantage.
• A high standard of communications both written and verbal as this role will involve significant technical report writing with a high level of attention to detail.
• Good problem solving skills are a must.
• HNC & HND or a degree in Mechanical Engineering or Design engineering is mandatory.

Benefits: 

• Generous Bonus Schemes (sales based & performance based)
• 23 days plus Bank Holidays per annum increasing with service
• Pension Scheme-Auto-Enrolment
• Healthcare (Optional after completion of Probationary Period)
• Continuous Professional Development Training & Support

• EAP Line
• Financial advisory service 

Interested applicants will be expected to and return by email a simple application form to which CVs must be pasted.