Product Development Lead – Hardware & Manufacturing

TipTopJob; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturer in South Wales is looking for a Development Project Manager to lead R&D projects and ensure effective collaboration between teams. The ideal candidate will have a Project Management qualification and experience in a manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include managing project timelines, maintaining technical documentation, and improving product performance. The role offers a salary of £42,000 to £48,000 and opportunities for technical advancement.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing programme

Opportunities for technical advancement

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing product development or R&D projects within manufacturing or engineering.
• Sound understanding of metal fabrication and performance testing principles.
• Strong CAD literacy and ability to interpret detailed technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple research and development projects.
• Produce and maintain detailed technical files and documents.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure smooth project rollouts.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Planning and organisational skills

People management

Education

Project Management qualification (APM, PRINCE2, PMP)

Tools

CAD software

Job description

A well-established manufacturer in South Wales is looking for a Development Project Manager to lead R&D projects and ensure effective collaboration between teams. The ideal candidate will have a Project Management qualification and experience in a manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include managing project timelines, maintaining technical documentation, and improving product performance. The role offers a salary of £42,000 to £48,000 and opportunities for technical advancement.