Job Title: R&D Manager Location: Warrington Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 The Client Our client work within the construction industry and are a leading commercial glazing, cladding and façade specialist, they are looking to add a R&D Manager to their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful company that encourages innovative thinking, works as a team in line with its vision and values. The Role of R&D Manager Our client are seeking a Research & Development Manager to join their R&D team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful company that encourages innovative thinking, works as a team in line with its vision and values and is committed to progressing talented individuals from trainee roles through to senior management. The R&D Manager will report directly to the Design Manager and will be responsible for leading all aspects of R&D processing, testing and development of our clients fenestration, glazing and curtain walling products. You will have some design responsibilities so AutoCad experience is essential, use of scheduling software such as Logikal is an advantage. You will be responsible for a small R&D team so management and leadership experience is essential. The Person Significant experience in R&D or technical management within fenestration, curtain walling, or similar engineered products, typically 5 years in a senior role. Applications from ambitious candidates with a shorter track record will be considered if they can clearly demonstrate exceptional ability and knowledge. Proven track record of delivering full product development cycles (concept → testing → launch) Demonstrable experience of implementing structured procedures, workflows, and reporting within an R&D environment. Strong working knowledge of product testing standards (weather, security, thermal, acoustic, cycle testing Basic understanding of product marketing Engineering or technical qualification (degree or HND), or time-served with a proven track record in the fenestration industry Proficient in AutoCAD to a high level & Inventor software with ability to produce and check accurate detail drawings Working knowledge of scheduling software such as Logikal or Schucal Competence in 3D modelling, thermal modelling, and 3D printing techniques Deep knowledge of fenestration systems, hardware, drainage, fabrication, installation methods, glass types and performance, fixings, powder coating and finishes Strong understanding of all standards and industry practices applicable to fenestration products. Ability to interpret and apply industry regulations and testing requirements across all relevant disciplines. Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to present effectively to internal and external stakeholders Strong problem-solving ability, using data and test results to drive decisions and improvements Ability to draft and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for R&D tasks Clean driving licence What's on Offer Salary of up to £65,000 Car Allowance Healthcare Cash Plan 25 days holiday Pension Death in Service Keywords: Keywords: Research & Development, Glazing, Fenestration, Curtain Walling, R&D, Design, Research & Development Manager, R&D Manager, Design, Design Manager Bowdon Associates is a member of the Guild of Quality Employment Agencies and has agreed to adopt the compliance and recruitment standards that form the basis their code of conduct. A quality, transparent and responsible recruitment agency committed to raising the industry standards