Device Project Lead

Location

Liverpool | United Kingdom

Job description

The Role

We are currently recruiting a Device Project Lead to join us permanently in our Liverpool office.

Imperial Brands is currently undergoing a strategic transformation to become a consumer-centric organisation and the new Global Insight function will be a crucial driving force behind this change, placing consumer preferences and demands at the centre of commercial decision making in order to gain competitive advantage. We are an inclusive, innovative global FMCG business supported by 25,000 employees; our ways of working and culture are driven by a challenger mindset, constantly questioning the status quo where people can bring their best selves to work.

Embark on a thrilling journey with us at Imperial Brands, Working within the Device Development Team and reporting to the Head of Device Development. As role holder you will act as technical expert with the ability to lead cross functional teams. You will work on New Product Development projects within the R&D pillar of the Innovation function whilst playing a key part in device development for all new product development projects.

Principle Accountabilities

• Working within a team of Device Development Engineers to develop and deliver prototypes and technical solutions for innovation projects including.
• Lead the technical core team on critical projects with the EVP and HT space.
• Leading product developments from a technical point of view for the entire device development team
• Managing the prototype design, iterative development, and testing activities to validate these concepts leveraging the capabilities of the team (mechanical engineers and technicians)
• Manage third party relationships as appropriate: Build partner ecosystems to support portfolio/programme needs. Support and assesses third parties mandated for device development and manufacture. Leverage third party capabilities and assets for project/programme outcomes.
• Support Team Managers and mentor multi-disciplined engineers within the team to help build internal skills/capabilities.

Skills and Experience Required

• Experienced in leading cross functional technical teams e.g. Mechanical, Electrical Firmware, Software and Test and additional workshops driving innovation and addressing challenges
• Multiple full product developments completed (full lifecycle) and experience leading projects – Ideally Prince 2 or PMP qualified
• High level of competence in planning and risk mitigation with large/critical R&D projects
• Experience in creating and leading a validation plan to ensure the reliability of the products
• Proven history of working with suppliers and partners from concept generation to pre-production
• DFMEA knowledge and ability to create and chair DFMEA review meetings with cross-functional team

What We Offer

In return for playing your part in building our future, you will receive a comprehensive compensation package with salary, bonus scheme and many extras including a great pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement and hybrid/flexible working opportunities as well inspiring places to work and collaborate with purpose. Here at Imperial we will give you the opportunity to grow and learn, innovate at pace and be a part of our purpose to forge a path to a healthier future for moments of relaxation and pleasure for our consumers.

Everyone Belongs

Everyone belongs in Imperial. We are proud of being a truly inclusive organisation. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, sexual orientation, religions or beliefs and of neuro divergence. We give fair and equal consideration to all our applicants. Please contact us at [email protected] to let us know if we can provide support in helping you complete an application and/or attend an interview.

About Us

We're a truly international company, fourth largest in our industry and operating across 120 markets. An inclusive, innovative global FMCG business supported by 25,000 employees. As we embrace a new era of growth, we are transforming. Our ways of working and culture are driven by a challenger mindset, constantly questioning the status quo where people can bring their best selves to work. Our agility and collaboration are driving our ambitions, innovation and success all supported by our award-winning development programmes that creates exciting and rewarding career opportunities for all.  Encouraging inclusion at local levels and supporting a developing and robust diversity agenda globally, we’re fully committed to creating and maintaining an environment that celebrates and respects difference.

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