Position: R&D Manager (New team set up)
Highly skilled and experienced R&D Manager leading R&D and Process Engineering (PE) departments. The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader with a strong technical background, capable of driving innovation, managing complex projects, and ensuring high-quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
R&D Management
Oversee the entire R&D section, including quotation, trial sample creation, and technical drawing development (Harness, equipment).
Lead the development of new harness systems and new automation solutions.
Develop and manage APQP for all new product development projects.
Establish concepts for evaluation and testing.
Process Engineering (PE) & Design
Manage the design of production processes, including BOMs, tooling, jigs, and production layouts.
Develop and maintain key quality documents like flow charts and PFMEAs.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production and packing processes.
Oversee packing standards and provide support for our DH Lao team.
Manage APQP for all new parts.
General Management & Leadership
Set and manage department budgets.
Evaluate and develop the abilities of subordinates to build a strong, capable team.
Lead customer negotiations and ensure effective coordination.
Facilitate cross-department communication and coordination to achieve company goals.
Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
Proven experience in business management and process improvement.
Strong knowledge of and experience with IATF 16949 and ISO 9000 standards.
Demonstrated ability to implement and manage APQP.
Exceptional skills in customer negotiation and cross-functional communication.
Experience in managing R&D, digital transformation, automation, and process design.