R&D Manager

P+S Personnel are pleased to be working on behalf of our client, who is currently seeking a R&D Manager to join their team based in Great Yarmouth on a full-time, permanent basis. Role Summary: This role is pivotal in driving product-oriented initiatives, focusing on both the enhancement of existing products and the development of new, innovative solutions. The R&D Manager will be responsible for the initiation, planning, execution and successful completion of new product development projects – in accordance with the NPD stage gate process; on time; to specification; to product cost; within planned budget. Main Responsibilities: * Oversee the development process of new in-house products from ideation to launch within the stage gate process. * Innovate and conceptualise new product designs to maintain competitiveness in the market. * Lead efforts in enhancing the performance and features of existing products. * Managing a team of R&D Electronic Development, and Software Engineers, which includes setting and monitoring objectives, annual reviews and ensuring day to day people management tasks are completed. * Ensuring the team are fully motivated, committed and are a high performing, reliable team. * Responsible for department recruitment, training and other line management responsibilities. * Responsible for handover of all deliverables to successfully launch new products, including design verification, bills of materials, manufacture build & test procedures and staff training. * A positive ambassador of the company’s values. * Interfacing and working closely with other managers and senior management. * Project management of new product developments including labour resource, time and material budgets. Education and Experience: * Degree level qualifications or equivalent in: Engineering BEng / Meng (Electrical & Electronics Engineering preferred), or Physics/Maths BSc/MSc. * Must have practical experience with electronic assemblies, firmware & software. * Experience of complex project management. * Track record with staff supervision, management & mentoring. * 5+ years’ experience in relevant engineering development role. * Experience within marine / survey industry preferred. Person Specification: * The ideal candidate will be results-oriented, a practical doer with a strong emphasis on product improvement and new product design. * Critical problem-solving mentality. * High attention to detail & quality. * Clear and concise technical communications both written and verbal. * Ability to train & mentor new staff. * Drive & the ability to complete complex tasks to high quality within deadlines. * Desire to adopt and implement new technologies. * Constructive / creative mindset. If this is a role you are interested in, please apply online ensuring your CV is up to date