NPI Engineer
Salary: £40,000–£50,000
Location: Bishop's Stortford
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced NPI Engineer to join an innovative and technology-focused manufacturer. Operating within a specialist manufacturing environment, the business develops and produces complex electro-mechanical products for demanding applications.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer who thrives in a production-focused role and wants to make a tangible impact. You will play a key role in supporting new product introduction, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring a seamless transition from design through to full-scale manufacture.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the transition of new products from development into full production
* Establish and maintain manufacturing methods, routings and process documentation
* Design and implement production tooling, jigs and fixtures
* Drive productivity, quality and process improvement initiatives
* Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities within agreed budgets
* Support production in resolving output and quality issues
* Act as the manufacturing authority for product assembly sequences and techniques
* Collaborate with engineering, R&D, finance and operations to ensure manufacturability and accurate cost structures
Skills & Experience Required:
* Strong understanding of Design for Manufacturability, Lean Manufacturing principles and Quality Systems
* Experience applying stress/strain principles, ideally within pressure-related systems
* Knowledge of electro-mechanical assembly
* Hands-on capability with manufacturing, calibration and validation processes
* 3D CAD experience for tooling and fixture design
* Experience working with a major ERP system
* Comfortable operating both on the shop floor and in office-based environments
If you are looking for a role where you can take ownership, work cross-functionally and drive real operational impact, please apply with a copy of your CV