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R&D Testing and NPD Engineer Lead - Dorplan - Dorplan
Main role purpose:
To lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of Dorplan's product testing and R&D programmes. The role ensures new and existing products are compliant, commercially viable, and aligned to evolving market requirements. It includes testing strategy, certification collaboration, technical documentation, and project-based delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
· Assist with implementation of product development and testing programmes, keeping on track with R&D/ NPD roadmap
· Manage testing process including scoping, quoting, negotiating to run with best testing provider
· Complete detailed technical documentation and forms required for certification or testing
· Carry out testing in line with agreed strategy, including ad-hoc testing for project-specific needs
· Project manage the testing of new products, including handling quotes, ordering, scheduling and full coordination of preparation and delivery
· Maintain and track the R&D budget, and project costs for annual reporting
· Collaborate with the Technical team on cross-department projects for product or process improvement
· Work with Supply Chain and Technical to explore new suppliers and product lines, identifying commercial or operational gains.
· Work with certification bodies to create new product scopes and ensure alignment with market and regulatory requirements
· Produce or resource CAD designing and technical drawings for testing, customer, and internal use
General Skill Requirements:
· Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident using internal systems and databases
· Excellent attention to detail, documentation, and accuracy with strong analytical skills
· Competent in CAD (not essential)
· Confident and professional communicator, internal and external, verbal and written
· Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong commercial awareness
Person Specification
· Previous experience in a technical, R&D, or testing role (preferably in fire doors, construction, or building products)
· Familiarity with UK certification schemes for fire doors preferred (e.g. EN1634-1, BD476)
· Experience working within a fast-paced environment and under pressure
· Confidentiality
Note:
This job description is a guide to the main responsibilities and duties for the position. It does not form part of the contract of employment and is not exhaustive. The Company reserves the right to amend the role content in line with the needs of the business. Changes will not be made without prior consultation with the job holder at the time.
Job Title:
R&D Testing and NPD Engineer Lead
Responsible
to:
Technical & R&D Manager
Shift/Hours:
To be discussed at initial interview
Break:
45 min Lunch Break