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R&D Manager
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 45,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
White Label is exclusively representing an engineering and manufacturing business based in Bradford that require a passionate and practical R&D Manager to join their team.
The R&D Manager will lead the Research & Development function, driving innovation and overseeing the development of high-performance products. The role is central to shaping my client’s future product strategy and strengthening their market presence.
My client is offering salary of £45,000 - £55,000 + car allowance plus:
* 35 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* Pension
* 36.25 hours per week
* Life assurance and more
Responsibilities of the R&D Manager
* Leading a small, hands-on R&D team to deliver new product development projects from concept through to launch.
* Managing and improving existing product ranges to ensure compliance with industry standards and approvals.
* Supporting technical testing, including structural analysis and FEA.
* Writing technical specifications and reports for both internal teams and external partners.
* Liaising with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders to align product development with market needs.
* Driving product improvements through new materials, cost savings, or performance enhancements.
* Ensuring delivery of projects on time while supporting continuous improvement across quality, efficiency, and innovation.
* Travel to customer sites as and when required.
Experience required of the R&D Manager
* Strong background in product development in a mechanical, structural or construction discipline.
* Degree qualified in Mechanical, Civil or Materials Engineering (or equivalent experience).
* 5+ years of experience, with at least 1 year managing or mentoring others.
* Strong technical understanding of materials like castings, steel, fasteners, or cold-formed parts would be advantageous.
* Confident communicator who can contribute to cross-functional meetings, especially with Sales and Operations teams.
This position is ideal for someone looking to make a real impact in a niche, engineering-led business with strong heritage and growth ambition.
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