Job Elements: -
• To provide engineering knowledge and support to the companies Development and New Product Introduction activities.
• To develop new products in line with the business strategy
• To develop awareness of technological trends, opportunities, and implementation where appropriate, throughout the business
• To develop new materials in conjunction with the supply base
• To source new materials in support of the companies RFQ process
• To complete project work in line with customer / business requirements
• To ensure that all New products are introduced in a timely manner and comply with customers requirements
• To complete initial sample trials and tool try outs on new products
• To complete visits to new and existing suppliers where required
• To identify improved systems of work, through the continuous improvement (Kaizen) system.
The ideal candidate will have:
• An education to degree level.
• As a Product development engineer you will need a technical background with strong analytical skills and practical ability.
• Strong attention to detail and good inter-personal skills.
• A strong set of PC skills – more than Microsoft Office, the ability to us a PC as an Engineering Tool.
• The ability to work and support business group and other engineering functions.
• Confidently liaise with suppliers, universities and other relevant organisations / bodies on product specifications / performance matters.
• Ability to communicate and feedback with all departments.
Company Description
Petrie Recruitment is a relatively small - but perfectly formed!! - business - and it provides staff for a wide range of (mainly permanent) job categories in several sectors, but does tend to focus on manufacturing and commercial positions, e.g. Engineering, General Management, Production Management, Logistics, Purchasing, H.R., Finance, I.T., Sales/Marketing and all aspects of Administration.
