Job Description
Job Title: Contract NPI Manufacturing Engineer – Contract – Outside IR35
Rate: Up to £375 per day
Contract Length: Minimum 6 months
Start Date: ASAP
Location: On-site, Wappenham
Security Requirement (Essential)
Candidates must be British citizens or eligible to obtain Security Clearance (SC). Applications cannot be considered without this requirement being met.
About the Role
A leading UK engineering organisation is seeking a Contract NPI Manufacturing Engineer to support the introduction of complex electro-mechanical systems into manufacture for a major MOD programme.
This is an immediate requirement supporting a critical deliverable moving into production. You will be expected to operate with minimal supervision whilst driving manufacturing readiness across New Product Introduction activities.
Prior defence experience is desirable; however, strong NPI experience is essential. The interview process will be one to two stages, with a quick turnaround for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead manufacturing activities linked to New Product Introduction.
* Work closely with design teams to transition products into production.
* Design fixtures and tooling to support assembly.
* Produce production documentation, including BOMs and work instructions.
* Implement manufacturing improvements and standard processes.
* Support testing activities and liaise with suppliers where required.
Essential Experience:
* Proven Manufacturing or Production Engineering background within complex engineering environments.
* Strong New Product Introduction (NPI) experience.
* Knowledge of manufacturing processes, DFM and industrialisation.
* Mechanical and/or electronic design awareness.
* Ability to work independently and resolve manufacturing challenges.
British citizens or those eligible to obtain Security Clearance (SC) only; this is a mandatory requirement.
To Apply
For more information or to apply, please contact Shammi Choudhury at Octagon Group on 07441 347 401 or schoudhury@octagongroup.co.uk.