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Peterborough, some hybrid working available (Min 3 days pw in Peterborough)
£37 - £39 FCSA Umbrella (This role is deemed inside IR35) £26 - £28 paye
This would also suit a programme manager, project development specialist or specialist in developing markets within the long term project lifecycle & aftermarket services
 
Are you a Project Engineer / Manager with experience in aftermarket products?
Do you have a proven background of managing projects developing aftermarket opportunities within an engineering or similar high value industry?
Are you looking to work with a very well known, well-respected & innovative company?
If so, please read on.
This Advert has been deliberately been kept brief to encourage applications from inquisitive project managers keen to explore more about a company with current exciting growth & potential for more growth in the immediate future.
 
We are currently recruiting for our Peterborough based client
 
Candidates should have experience and knowledge of the following:

Previous knowledge of planning, managing and delivering development of opportunities post manufacturing & service, through life/legacy project development or technology projects involving repair & service of discrete and complex products and sub-components.
Previous experience within either automotive, aerospace or defence manufacturing (essential)
Able to demonstrate and ability to conduct market & customer research, identify new opportunities & deliver products, training & services
Review existing aftermarket processes/procedures & identify modern solutions that makes support to our customers much more efficient.
Prepare & issue internal business cases that highlight the benefits of proceeding with the new products/services.
Deliver project or bid to agreed time, cost and quality parameters.
A sound commercial and financial understanding is required.
Good customer skills and an ability to work and communicate with people at all levels in the organisation.
Ability to work in/with a multi-disciplined team.Experience

Ability to lead by influence and communicate at all levels of the organisation.
Extensive knowledge of NPI, Product deletion, brand, design change, aftermarket systems, processes, service, repair, and overhaul solutions. This experience may come from Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering or NPI Quality Engineering
Self-starter with excellent time management, organisation, prioritisation, and change management skills.
Some knowledge of parts marketing and sales functionality would be advantageous.
You will have excellent project management skills, able to work across functions such as Product Development, Engineering, Quality, Supply chain, Manufacturing, and Operations.
Must be able to complete analysis and provide direction using complex data sets.
Must have the ability to read and understand engineering drawings utilising Teamcenter or equivalent engineering systems.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacture,
Supplier development,
Understanding of DFMEA, PFMEA,
Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a similar role.
Self-motivated individual who can take the initiative to complete tasks
Past success in technical troubleshooting
Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
Good problem-solving abilities using systemic, logical, and sequential approaches
Knowledge of and experience with ISO requirements  
We currently have a definite timeline in place with this company and will be able to offer relevant feedback & have pre – agreed interview slots.
£37 - £39 FCSA Umbrella (This role is deemed inside IR35,. Paye also available
 
If you feel you could fit the bill for this company, then please apply for further details.

Please apply with your CV in WORD format

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