R&D Scene Processing Manager:

In partnership with its client, Kenny-Whelan is currently seeking a R&D Scene Processing Manager for a Vision Technology Engineering Group to work for their client in the Co. Galway area. Reporting to the R&D Director, The VTEG Scene Viewing Processing Manager role will include the day-to-day management of the Scene Processing Team including task scheduling, resource planning, research, and interface to customers on all Scene Viewing topics.

Job Responsibilities:

· Overall responsibility for the Vision Technology & Expertise Group Scene Processing team.

· Day-to-day Technical management of the group including resource management, task tracking and reporting of group activities.

· Liaise with P1 and P2 Project Managers to agree resource requirements for projects

· Prioritise workload and plan resource utilisation on an on-going basis

· Provide leadership and decision making guidance to the group

· Coordinate the activities of specialist staff who may be assigned to the group on a temporary or part-time basis from the Hardware, Software or Mechanical Engineering teams.

· Adhere to and coach staff to comply with internal Systems & Procedures

· Prepare detailed presentations for R&D Management reporting on the status of group activities as required

· Provide support for RFQ activities including detailed customer requirements reviews

· Provide necessary resource to support P1 & P2 projects

· Participate in system design in areas relating to scene processing functions

· Take part in customer workshops to assess system performance and agree, plan & implement resolution paths for customer complaints

· Facilitate research into new video technology, ideas and approaches to ensure the organisation remains abreast of all leading edge/emerging Vision Technologies.

· Keep up to date with new standards and general market information in the Industry

· Sponsor innovation and creativity in the group with a particular focus on protecting innovation and IP through the patent process

· Represent the company at various Industry Working Groups and at Conferences

· Develop relationships with the relevant teams at our OEM customers with a view to influencing, or responding to, their needs.

Skills, Abilities and Education:

· Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Electronic Engineering or equivalent

· How many years of professional experience in a specific professional area are required for the position?

· 3 - 5 years experience in a technical team lead role a distinct advantage

Kenny-Whelan Contact:

If you are interested in the above role, please send an updated CV marked for the attention of Linda Nugent, email: lnugent@kenny-whelan.ie or telephone for a confidential chat on 021-4665407