Head of Product Development


Head of Product Development

Location: High Wycombe (on-site)
Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 + benefits


An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Product Development to lead the technological direction and team responsible for next generation XRF and EDS detector products.

This role combines hands-on scientific/engineering capability with strategic leadership, overseeing both new product innovation and enhancements to existing detector platforms.


The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary team, shaping the development roadmap, driving technical excellence and ensuring smooth delivery from concept through to production.



Key Responsibilities


  • Own and deliver the product development roadmap for X-ray detectors and associated technologies




  • Lead and mentor a cross-functional technical team (scientists, engineers, and process specialists)




  • Oversee the design, optimisation, testing and validation of new and existing detector products




  • Troubleshoot technical challenges relating to detector physics, performance and manufacturability




  • Align technical direction with wider business objectives and market opportunities




  • Collaborate with external partners and suppliers on component development and innovation




  • Ensure ISO-aligned development processes and maintain robust technical documentation





About You


  • MSc or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science or related discipline




  • 10+ years' experience in X-ray detector development, semiconductor physics or equivalent high-end sensing technology




  • Proven track record leading a technical/scientific team (5-10 engineers/scientists)




  • Demonstrable experience managing projects from R&D concept to commercial product




  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and technical communication skills




  • Knowledge of SDDs or semiconductor detector design, low-noise electronics, vacuum systems or cryogenic/Peltier cooling is highly advantageous





What This Role Offers


  • Significant influence over product strategy and technical direction




  • The opportunity to lead innovation in a specialist, high-technology field




  • A senior leadership role combining deep technical input with people development




  • Competitive salary of £80k-£90k plus benefits package





  • Start: ASAP
  • Rate: £80000 - £90000 per annum
  • Location: High Wycombe, England
  • Type: Permanent
  • Industry: Engineering
  • Recruiter: STR Group Limited
  • Contact: Yasmin Sweed
  • Tel: +44 (0)2392 314695
  • Email: to view click here
  • Posted: 2025-10-23 14:43:47 -

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