Head of Engineering/Product Development
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Position Overview & Specifications
Reporting to the Operations Director, your role will involve management and leadership of the Company’s highly skilled engineers and experts in the delivery of strategic aims, projects, products, and services.
You will have management of the company’s engineering systems and processes including:
- Part creation, BOM, BOO
- SOP and technical documents
- Manufacturing Process Improvement and development
You will also take successful management of the R & D and product development, function and processes, including:
- Leading a customer centric approach to NPD
- Driving innovation of new product, technology, and services. Creating and enhancing products to increase sales and NPDR ratio
- Development and streamlining of the NPD process, including taking ownership of product designs and approvals
- Technical file conformance - product safety and certification
- Sourcing and specifying new components
- Providing specialist technical guidance across the organisation, coaching and mentoring team members
- NPD support to the group
The key performance indicators for this role will be:
- To determine and agree strategic and budget targets with Directors.
- Agree and deliver against an evolving development plan
- Strategic development of new products and technologies
- Improve speed to market for new products
- New Product Development Ratio NPDR
- Uphold the accuracy of data and the quality of drawings
The person
To be considered for this opportunity, we're looking for someone degree qualified (or equivalent) in Electronics Design or Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
Someone who will be able to demonstrate a proven and commercially successful new product introduction launch from concept through to production gained in a technical/engineered product development environment.
You will already be working in a similar capacity as Engineering Manager/ Head of Engineering or Technical Manager and possess strong management, leadership and development skills coupled with a strong understanding of NPD/market dynamics.
Perks & Benefits
Generous pension contributions
35 Days
Holiday
Competitive Salary & PRP Scheme
Westfield Mosaic Health Scheme
Free on-site parking
Close to public transport links
Continual training options
Career progression
Want to apply?
If you have the skills and experience that share our business philosophy, then we want to hear from you.
As part of the application process please send a copy of your CV with a covering letter to hr@pclairtechnology.com, detailing your availability. Please note we no longer accept postal applications.
PCL is committed to equal opportunities.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Head of Engineering/Product Development roles across Pneumatic Components Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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