Product Development Manager

Product Development Manager (27276) Cardiff, Wales

Salary: GBP42000 – GBP48000 per annum

Development Project Manager

27276 / 612

A well-established and successful manufacturer, this company is recognised as the market-leading brand within the industry and has a reputation for quality and innovation that is supported by its excellent technical team. They are currently looking to strengthen the technical team with the appointment of a Development Project Manager, the ideal candidate would come from a manufacturing background.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage multiple Research and development projects , ensuring delivery against agreed timelines, budgets, and objectives.
• Produce and maintain detailed technical files, drawings, and test evidence to support product certification, manufacturing, and client requirements.
• Work closely with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Sales teams to ensure smooth transfer of new designs into full production and commercial rollout.
• Identify opportunities for design simplification, material optimisation, and manufacturing efficiency to enhance product performance and reduce cost
• Collaborate with component suppliers, fabricators, and testing partners to develop and validate new assemblies or hardware solutions.
• Monitor project risks, document design changes, and ensure robust review and approval processes are followed throughout development.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience managing product development or research and development projects within a manufacturing or engineering environment, ideally building products or architectural hardware.
• Sound understanding of metal fabrication, architectural detailing, and performance testing principles.
• Strong CAD literacy and ability to interpret detailed technical drawings.
• Excellent communication, planning, and organisational skills.
• Proven people management experience and managing teams.

Benefits Package:

• A starting salary between £42’000 to £48’000
• Opportunities for technical advancement.

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