What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Product Engineer position at Gooch & Housego PLC?
Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Introduction : We are seeking a exceptionally skilled and motivated Principal Product Engineer to join our operations team in the photonics industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in advanced technology product development, product lifecycle management, process engineering, and multi-site manufacturing operations. This position offers an extraordinary opportunity to work with a dynamic global team at the forefront of innovation in photonics solutions.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead product design and manufacturing process optimization efforts for the product portfolio, including acousto-optic (AO) and electro-optic (EO) devices, RF electronic modules, and optical components.
- Formulate and execute projects to improve product performance, quality, and market readiness, including design for (DFx) manufacturability, low cost, high reliability, export, and sustainability.
- Evaluate low-cost relocation opportunities and develop production strategies to enable globally competitive high-volume manufacturing; focus on maximizing gross margin and aligning business and technology goals.
- Analyze and resolve challenges in the manufacturing centers following lean principles and 8D problem solving methodology.
- Proactively identify and mitigate risks and opportunities throughout the product lifecycle; take ownership of driving key actions and objectives to successful completion.
- Develop project requirements, negotiate with stakeholders, and construct right-sized projects plans; monitor program execution and adjust plans to overcome tactical setbacks.
- Analyze production workflows to ensure there is sufficient process control (e.g., well-defined requirements, KPIs, compliance) and documentation (e.g., work instructions, travelers, test reports).
- Work closely with product management, operations, process engineering, R&D, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure alignment of designs and processes with product roadmaps and corporate standards.
- Analyze and improve supply chain structures and methods to ensure the timely availability of materials and components required for production and drop ship scenarios.
- Adhere to disciplined change control practices and maintain detailed documentation of improvements, manufacturing protocols, and operational procedures to ensure consistency and traceability.
Requirements :
Preferred Qualifications :
