R&D Manager - Toowoomba City, Australia - Chandler Macleod

Description

About the Company

A proudly Australian-owned and operated company, Coldshield has built a reputation as an industry leader, manufacturing traffic doors and customised access solutions. With a history going back to 1985, design and innovation are at the forefront of who we are. Our employees and customers are at the core of all we do, and we endeavour to be exceptional and work collaboratively to achieve success for our clients.

About the role:

As the Research and Development Manager at Coldshield, you will oversee a well-established team and play a pivotal role in leading the design, development, and iteration of both existing and new products within their range. Your responsibilities will include analysing market trends, with a key focus on product improvement for existing products, ensuring both manufacturability and documentation standards are met. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will drive the implementation of new processes to propel the business forward to the next level.

The role is based in Toowoomba, Queensland. Brisbane-based candidates willing to travel weekly to Toowoomba will also be considered.

About You:

We are seeking a candidate with broad, hands-on experience in product development, from concept to production, coupled with strong business acumen and a strategic mindset.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• An Electrical/Mechanical background, with tertiary or trade qualifications. Exposure to electrical circuit design would be highly regarded.
• Prior experience in a leadership role
• Demonstrated ability to take a product from concept to production
• Lead the review of the existing process engineering practises to understand where, when and how it can be improved
• A strong passion for mentoring and knowledge development
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to develop strong working relationships
• Experience in preparing technical documentation and procedures to support the manufacturing and assembly of product lines
• Exposure to CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interpret build requirements from clients
• Demonstrated time management and organisational skills

Benefits:

Coldshield supports personal development and growth for all employees. They offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where every team member is valued and has the opportunity to contribute to their success.

How to apply:

To apply please click 'APPLY' and attach a copy of your cover letter and resume.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact Anna Dziopa on via email at

Please note that only people with the right to work in Australia should apply for this position

Closing Date: Friday, 17th May 2024 at 11:59pm AEST

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

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