Job vacancy - R + D Project Engineer

Position: R + D Project Engineer
Reference: acsBepdr
Location: Sittingbourne
Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per annum
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Job Title: Project Engineer

Are you a R&D Project Engineer with experience in a busy manufacturing environment? Do you have Drawling office experience with sound understanding of 3D CAD / CAM drawing methods and drawing control? This is a great opportunity to join an established business with a fantastic team of people.

Responsibilities:

  • R&D Project Engineer works with the Technical Director and R&D Team to lead projects, so they are introduced on time and within budget.
  • Project planning - developing and administrating of roadmap project planning process to meet parent company global R+D strategy. Agree milestones and deadlines, monitor progress and report status to the Technical Director.
  • Information gathering at the initial stages of projects will form a major part of the job role, maintaining accurate project information throughout.
  • Responsible for scheduling of internal and external resources in order to achieve agreed milestones and deadlines.
  • To be aware of current trends, practices, market developments and regulatory changes that impact on the company's products.
  • Overseeing prototype testing (both in-house and external) and documenting reports. Incorporating of test/certificate/reports into certification/literature/labelling liaising with QA.
  • Take ownership of technical data.
  • Drawing office administration - preparation of drawings/specifications/reports for approval and systemised control of all R+D related documentation within QA system.
  • Assist with development of departmental annual budget.

Requirements:

  • Degree or equivalent in an engineering related discipline desirable
  • Experience in sheet metal fabrication in a busy manufacturing environment an advantage.
  • Drawing office experience with sound understanding of 3D CAD /CAM software drawing methods and drawing control.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
  • Minimum of 2 years project management experience.
  • Must possess a high degree of creativity in product design and manufacturing techniques.
  • Must possess good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Must have good written and verbal communication skills.

ACS are recruiting for a Project Engineer. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Project Engineer, please submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Project Engineer. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Project Engineer with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Project Engineer role you desire.