Head of Product Engineering

Robinson Distribution Limited based in Portnahinch Portarlington R32CD40, are hiring a Head of Product Engineering to

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the management team to design and develop the new project
• Reverse engineer the project so that bill of materials are in the ERP system and drawings, parts books are available for assembly before the project goes live
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and legislation, EU & UK markets
• Create and interpret production drawings, including schematics and electrical/hydraulic systems
• Utilize SolidWorks for 3D modelling and design
• Perform FEA analysis and prepare detailed reports
• Generate BOM (Bill of Materials) for production
• Optimize nesting and machine programming for efficient manufacturing
• Sourcing products and setting up part numbers for purchasing department
• Full responsibility for this project end to end. Be able to design, draw, project manage and manage any issues on the floor once we go live.

Skills Required

• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks with an excellent command of the software
• Experience with FEA analysis and preparation of comprehensive reports
• Knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems in the context of machinery design
• Proficient in reading and understanding legislation relevant to the industry
• Familiarity with production drawings and ability to create accurate schematics
• Understanding of nesting and machine programming, with the ability to optimize these processes
• Previous experience managing a new project end to end
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willing to take a hands on approach to issues that arise during the build stage.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to deliver work to high standards
• Flexible with excellent time management skills
• Solutions driven, can do attitude with a focus on continuous improvement
• Understand the importance of this position and the impact on other departments, from fabrication assembly, purchasing and finance.
• Strong hands on experience with machinery, plant, HGV, agricultural & familiar with how they

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