Ideal Heating careers

Description

Reporting to the R&D Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for the overall Development function within the R&D Thermodynamics team. This is an area with 10 Engineers at present however will have significant growth in terms of head count, growing responsibility and access to state-of-the-art facilities that are nearing completion. The Development Manager must be a proven professional Engineering leader with a track record of managing Engineers, resources and deliverables. Combining mentoring and developing talent as well as technical project delivery are key elements within the balance of the role. The technical deliverables element will be a combination of New Product Introduction programs as well as coordinating research activities and collaboration activities with other areas of the wider Group. Specific area of focus will be the Research and Development of future products in the area of Heat Pumps and related technologies that support the business transition to low carbon heating systems. Supporting the wider business team as part of the development function, the job holder will be responsible for all Development activities and will focus on the performance and validation aspects associated with developing Heat Pump technologies from concept through to market launch. The Lead Development Engineer must be a proven professional Engineering leader with a track record of delivering technical product solutions with an emphasis on thermodynamics. Mentoring other Engineers to deliver within a context of a project is a core requirement. The role will focus on the technical deliverable element of NPI and collaboration within the wider business and group while also building an array of research topics and generate innovative ideas and propositions for future product development activities.

Key responsibilities

• Effectively manage the Development function, coordinate activities that support NPI and Research activities. Prioritise workstreams and support the team with execution and timely delivery.

• Establish workstream management methodologies that improve the prioritisation of activities within the team.

• Report progress regularly, establish metrics to effectively communicate the status of activities across the team.

• Input to the vision of the department, improvement initiative introduction, methodologies and continual improvement mindset department wide.

• Collaborate with other departments and project stakeholders. Manage their expectations and adhere to commitments made.

• Development of staff and facilitate the knowledge gaining, training, development of oneself and the wider team, identify emerging leaders within the department.

• Grow knowledge within the technology sector and work towards becoming an industry expect.

• Have robust experience and understanding of complex engineering principles and apply a theoretical and scientific approach to problem solving, idea generation and validation.

• Promote innovation and advancement in technology and participate in specified research, design, and development activities.

• Be an excellent communicator and facilitator. Ensure barriers between teams are removed and enable groups to come together and work towards a common goal.

• Capable of thinking strategically and an ability to readily “zoom” in and out from situations to understand the micro and macro impact of decisions and R&D activities.

• Function and excel in an international organisation with complex reporting lines and areas of responsibility.

Requirements

• 10 years plus relevant industrial experience with at least 5 years in a role of seniority where managing a team has been a significant element of the role.

• Third level degree qualification in Engineering is essential, and a post graduate qualification or professional qualification is desirable.

• Experience in project management, workstream management and workload prioritisation. Awareness of effective planning and implementation of design and development activities.

• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.

• Team player with excellent communication and networking skills with strong drive and self-motivation.

• Experience with refrigeration & HVAC systems, specifically in Heat Pump technologies is desirable.

• Knowledge of thermodynamic principles associated with refrigeration cycles & hydronics is desirable.

Proactive approach to engineering and product development activities.

• Logically minded with the ability to analyse and evaluate information quickly and accurately.

• Able to perform well whilst working under pressure and to strict deadlines.

Applicants should have a minimum of a Degree in an Engineering related discipline, desirable would be a post graduate quantification and/or professional qualification along with the knowledge and understanding of engineering principles in relevant technology and competence centre fields to fulfil the requirement of the role. They should have a strong background in product development and / or continuous improvement in a technical / engineering discipline. Sound IT skills are a pre-requisite.

Knowledge of refrigeration systems is desirable, as is the knowledge and understanding of regulations and standards related to the technology.

Description

Reporting to the Development Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading the thermodynamic development activities within the R&D team. The department currently has 10 Engineers at present however will have significant growth in terms of head count, growing responsibility and access to state-of-the-art facilities that are nearing completion. The Lead Development Engineer must be a proven professional Engineering leader with a track record of delivering technical product solutions with an emphasis on thermodynamics. Mentoring other Engineers to deliver within a context of a project is a core requirement. The role will focus on the technical deliverable element of NPI and collaboration within the wider business and group while also building an array of research topics and generate innovative ideas and propositions for future product development activities.

Key responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the thermodynamic design, component selection, performance analysis and validation for all thermodynamic related elements of the future technology roadmap.

• Utilise theoretical, modelling and simulation approaches to the thermodynamic configuration and designs selected.

• Balance technical requirements and output with business needs and consider strategically the preferred designs that align with wider business activities.

• Maintain a sound theoretical approach to technology and demonstrate practical application of engineering knowledge in planning and specifying activities.

• Promote innovation and advancement in technology and participate in specified research and development activities.

• Analyse & develop product designs to meet stakeholder requirements through performance and validation assessments in the laboratory.

• Work effectively to build the team knowledge, procedures and assist with CPD and mentoring of more junior team members.

• Collaborate with colleagues within R&D but also the wider business and promote a positive culture that centres around knowledge sharing and cooperation.

• Collaborate with third party expertise as required to meet NPI and CIP programmes.

• Be responsible for ongoing continuous professional development of own competencies and highlight skills and support for development of engineering practises.

• Communicate information and knowledge to support effective decision making.

• Develop and maintain constructive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.

• Undertake supplier liaison against the requirements of the vendor management process.

• Build understanding of customers and markets, working in conjunction with cross-functional teams to improve customer service.

Requirements

• 10 years relevant industrial experience.

• Third level degree qualification in Engineering is essential, and a post graduate qualification or professional qualification is desirable.

• Proficient knowledge of thermodynamic principles associated with heat pumps and refridgeration cycles & hydronics.

• Experience in project management, workstream management and workload prioritisation. Awareness of effective planning and implementation of design and development activities.

• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.

• Team player with excellent communication and networking skills with strong drive and self-motivation.

• Experience with refrigeration & HVAC systems, specifically in Heat Pump technologies.

• Proactive approach to engineering and product development activities.

• Logically minded with the ability to analyse and evaluate information quickly and accurately.

Able to perform well whilst working under pressure and to strict deadlines. Applicants should have minimum, a Degree in an Engineering discipline along with the knowledge and understanding of engineering principles in relevant. They should have a strong background in product development and / or continuous improvement in a technical / engineering discipline. Sound IT skills are a pre-requisite.

Description

Reporting to the Development Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for working on New Product Introduction and Engineering Change programmes, specific to Heat Pump development activities. The role will focus on the performance and validation aspects, associated with developing Heat Pump technologies from concept through to market launch.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain a sound theoretical approach to technology and demonstrate practical application of engineering knowledge in planning and specifying activities.

• Promote innovation and advancement in technology and participate in specified research and development activities.

• Analyse & develop product designs to meet stakeholder requirements through performance and validation assessments in the laboratory.

• Apply knowledge of thermodynamics to ensure robust product performance and efficiency.

• Complete activities in full, to time and cost to meet the requirements of the programme.

• Contribute to continuous improvement, ensuring ongoing review of technology & processes.

• Collaborate with third party expertise as required to meet NPI and CIP programmes.

• Be responsible for ongoing continuous professional development of own competencies and highlight skills and support for development of engineering practises.

• Communicate information and knowledge to support effective decision making.

• Develop and maintain constructive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.

• Undertake supplier liaison against the requirements of the vendor management process.

• Build understanding of customers and markets, working in conjunction with cross-functional teams to improve customer service.

Requirements

• Awareness of effective planning and implementation of design and development activities.

• Strong analytical, problem solving and critical reasoning skills.

• Team player with excellent communication and networking skills with strong drive and self-motivation.

• Experience with refrigeration & HVAC systems, specifically in Heat Pump technologies is desirable.

• Ability to balance competing priorities and drive issues to completion.

• Knowledge of thermodynamic principles associated with refrigeration cycles & hydronics is desirable.

• Adaptable with a ‘can do’ attitude.

• Comfortable with decision making.

• Able to perform well whilst working under pressure and to strict deadlines.

• Logically minded with the ability to analyse and evaluate information quickly and accurately.

Applicants should have a Degree in an Engineering related discipline and the knowledge and understanding of engineering principles in relevant technology and competence centre fields, to fulfil the requirement of the role. They should have a strong background in product development and / or continuous improvement in a technical / engineering discipline. Sound IT skills are a pre-requisite.

Knowledge of refrigeration systems is desirable, as is the knowledge and understanding of regulations and standards related to the technology.

Description

The Technical Training Department continue to invest in technology, equipment, and expertise to set us apart from the competition. The successful job holder will be at the forefront of the new products and technologies that form our future roadmap. The role provides excellent opportunities to work independently and flexibly and also be part of a supportive team within the Expert Academy. Your ongoing development will be positively supported and strongly encouraged. We love innovation and entrepreneurship, so we welcome people who are creative and passionate to drive improvements and take ideas from incubation to delivery. This role will predominantly work from our brand new Luton Training and Technology centre, a home location that is within daily commutable distance is essential.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver and facilitate technical training to our customers and employees.

• Where relevant, ensure programmes meet the requirements of our awarding bodies and industry scheme requirements.

• Designing the training programmes for our exciting product release roadmap, providing the opportunity to exercise creativity and best in class training methodology.

• Managing your own time and workload which, as part of a national team will include keeping all your stakeholders updated on progress and contributing to the team success.

• Contributing to the performance and reputation of our training function.

• Develop and drive excellence in our training locations and mobile facilities.

Requirements

• NVQ 3/City and Guilds/Equivalent industry qualifications

• Domestic ACS Core units

• Unvented HWSS (G3)

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• Demonstratable enthusiasm and passion to undertake a training and development role.

Optional requirements

• Experience and qualification in heat pumps

• Experience and qualification in F-Gas

• TAQA/A1 Assessor Award or equivalent

• TAQA/V1 Internal Verifier Award or Equivalent

• A Training / Learning and Development qualification such as C&G 7300, 6318 or equivalent – and/or previous experience of successful working within a vocational learning environment

We need to go where our customers are, so you will need to hold a full UK driving licence and be prepared to spend some time away from home. We keep this to a minimum, but it is a requirement as part of your core duties and frequency can fluctuate based on demand.