Job Profile for R&D Manager 46411
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Position: R&D Manager
Location: Holmfirth
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000
A progressive and ambitious organisation is seeking a driven and versatile R&D Manager to lead the full product development lifecycle - from initial concept through to commercial delivery. This is a broad, hands-on role covering projects from precision components to complex automated systems across mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines.
This position plays a key role in driving innovation and shaping the future direction of the business within a competitive and evolving market.
Job Overview
Own the full R&D lifecycle from concept, feasibility, and prototyping through to validation and commercial delivery
* Manage a diverse portfolio of projects, ranging from small components to complex automated systems
* Work across mechanical, electrical, and software engineering disciplines
* Translate customer needs and market opportunities into clear development plans
* Ensure all products are fully tested, validated, and ready for manufacture or deployment
* Identify and manage external suppliers, service providers, and development partners
* Maintain strong stakeholder relationships to ensure quality and timely delivery
* Lead, support, and develop a small R&D team, setting priorities and managing workloads
* Collaborate with operations, manufacturing, sales, and service teams
* Maintain clear project pipelines, reporting progress, risks, and timelines to senior leadership
* Ensure documentation, compliance, and adherence to industry standards and safety regulations
* Drive innovation strategy and continuous product improvementRequirements
Proven experience in an R&D or product development role within a manufacturing or engineering environment
* Experience leading or managing a small technical team
* Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and/or software engineering principles (electrical bias desirable)
* Experience managing external suppliers or development partners
* Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams
* Commercial awareness and ability to link product decisions to business outcomes
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Hands-on, problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach
* Background in beverage, food service, or similar industries advantageous but not essentialSalary & Benefits
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Hours of Work
* Monday to Thursday: 08:30 - 17:00
* Friday: 09:00 - 15:00
Salary & Benefits
* £40,000 - £50,000 salary
* Private healthcare
* Company pension
* Holiday entitlement
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
* Opportunity to shape and lead the R&D function
* Career development within a growing and innovative business
Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.