CK Group are recruiting for a Technical Manager to join a leading manufacturer of smoke and fire protection systems on a permanent basis. This role has responsibility for the coordination and progression of research and development within this division of the company.
The Company:Our client is a leading manufacturer of smoke and fire control and protection systems. They provide innovative solutions to a range of clients internationally.
Location:This role is located at our client's site in Sheffield but this role may also require additional travel to visit conferences, shows, suppliers and customers across the UK.
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Your main duties will be:- To lead the development of new, commercially viable products and solutions.
- Developing new products via in house experimentation and working with extern al bodies (e.g. academic institutions, industry bodies).
- Create and manage research and development projects.
- Provide a monthly report on R&D activities and a full update during the quarterly R&D meeting.
- Provide support to the businesses regarding electronics and electrical using the two direct reportees.
- Work with the businesses to ensure product standards are understood and support testing to these standards.
Your Background:The ideal candidate for this role will have:
- HND/HNC or first degree qualified in a engineering, technical or physical science discipline.
- Success of developing new B2B products or providing technical solutions.
- Working in a R&D environment.
- Producing or processing of chemicals/materials.
- Managing engineering and R&D projects.
Apply:It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK and have a full UK drivers license. Please quote job reference (phone number removed) in all correspondence