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 ..... full job details .....