Senior New Product Introduction Engineer

Job Title: Senior New Product Introduction Engineer

Location: Edinburgh

Salary: Up To £48k

Job type: Full Time, Permanent, Mon-Fri

Sunamp’s space-saving thermal energy storage uses patented Phase Change Materials to make homes and buildings more energy-efficient and sustainable. Our innovation has resulted in a uniquely successful formula which is transforming how we use energy and provide heating and cooling around the World.

This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to join a rapidly expanding, award winning and innovative company. Having recently been awarded the first ever King’s Award for Enterprise, this prestigious award is testament to our excellence in innovation and the exceptional performance of our products

The role:

Sunamp are looking for a skilled individual to play a vital role in the production implementation of new Sunamp products, supply chain and factory support, the introduction of extensions to existing product ranges, the execution of value engineering initiatives and supporting the set-up of new Sunamp production sites globally. Take the lead on key projects as well as coach, mentor and/or supervise Students, Graduates, Technicians and/or Engineers, whilst reporting to the Head Of Engineering.

The Candidate:

• Acts as a technical and behavioural role-model.
• Requires minimal direction to undertake role and supports departmental decision making.
• Seeks continuous self-improvement and manages self-learning.
• Maintains composure during stressful situations and whilst undertaking difficult tasks.
• Confident interacting with key stakeholders, customers and able to influence others.
• Capable leading project meetings and making key presentations.
• Shares knowledge and provides helpful feedback to accelerate the development of others.
• Communicates clearly, concisely and respectfully.
• Always well prepared and proactively arrives to problems with solutions.
• Interacts well with other departments and is considered an excellent team player.
• Naturally curious, creative, innovative and has excellent attention to detail.
• Logical thinker able to comprehend complex systems.
• Constructively challenges status quo and recommends new improved Methods solutions.
• Leads by example by displaying positive attitude that helps create a can-do environment.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Lead the production implementation of new Sunamp products and extensions to existing Sunamp product ranges.
• Support the assessment of new process, product and technology ideas.
• Create work instructions (WI) for production processes and manage the change procedure and documentation on identified improvements.
• Support the assessment and implementation of new global Sunamp/OEM factories.
• Lead root cause investigation and implementation of corrective actions initiatives.
• Provide rapid Supply Chain and Factory support for existing Sunamp product ranges.
• Ensure training programmes are completed according to the WI and manage the associated training documentation.
• Process owner for Sunamp’s technical product documentation, Vault and NPI governance.
• Lead key business projects and project teams, as well as create and manage project plans.
• Exploit own experience in constant drive to enhance Sunamp processes, products and customer quality.
• Define opportunities for value engineering/cost down and take the lead to drive though to implementation.
• Work very closely with Purchasing and Factory teams to investigate and resolve issues preventing a steady flow of materials/products.
• Coach, mentor and manage a team of Students, Graduates, Technicians and/or Engineers conducting performance appraisals as appropriate.
• Prepare, review and approve departmental and project documentation.
• Review and approval of technical drawings for issue for certification, production and suppliers.
• Identify potential patentable ideas and lead process of Intellectual Property protection.
• Support new business development through Sales support and customer presentations.
• Assess and analyze current production methods, including work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Provide the business with manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labour, and material costs
• Develop and execute safety plans ensuring compliance with all regulatory bodies and standards.
• Prepare, evaluate and enforce policies & procedures to establish a positive safety culture.
• Conducts risk assessments and safety audits on personnel, equipment and materials.
• Analyses accident & incident reports and propose improvement plans.
• Oversee issuing of work permits.

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Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: new product engineer, electrical engineer, innovation, production engineering, manufacturing engineering, innovation engineer, engineer, service engineer, engineering technician, may also be considered for this role.