JOB DESCRIPTIONDEVELOPMENT ENGINEERReporting to: Technical ManagerIn order to progress an aggressive new product development roadmap of ventilation products with the overall aim to considerably increase turnover by the introduction of both major new strategic product ranges and continued smaller scale tactical products within a short timescale, there is a requirement for a Development Engineer to work with both the Technical Manager and the New Product Manager to fully develop these initiatives into working products.Managing the development function of multiple design projects at various stages from conception through to productionWhere applicable, carrying out in-house testing and reportingCarrying out desktop research and reporting as and when necessaryAssisting in the establishment of standard systems of work for the technical office Liasing with external customers, consulting engineers and contractors to satisfy their technical support needsLiasing with Marketing with regard to input to new products, technical and commercial literature Liaising with relevant personnel to assist in the identification of improvement opportunities for the businessPERSON SPECIFICATION Able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of product development process and mitigation of development risk Must be able to demonstrate a good working knowledge of current plastic production processes Knowledge and experience in a domestic ventilation or closely associated discipline Experience of working within a quality assurance system e.g. BS EN ISO 9000 : 2000 Computer literate including 2D and 3D CAD skills. “ICAD Network Ltd is providing services as an “Agency” for this position.”
