NPI Configuration Engineer
Full-time, Permanent
Llay, Wrexham
Competitive Salary & Company Benefits
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Configuration Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced aerospace environment and enjoys problem solving, collaboration, and process improvement.
If you have strong technical knowledge, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for supporting new product introduction, we’d love to hear from you.
The Configuration Engineer will be responsible for supporting the creation, maintenance, and control of engineering data within the ERP system. You will play a key part in managing Bills of Material (BOMs), configuration control, and change management processes to support fluctuating manufacturing and assembly requirements.
Working closely with engineering, production, and customer teams, you will ensure accurate and reliable information flow across programs and contribute to the successful introduction of new products.
NPI Configuration Engineer
Job Description
Act as the main point of contact for all technical input into the ERP system
Maintain and manage “As Planned” Bills of Material and associated changes
Support change management and Technical Review Boards
Evaluate and propose feasible solutions to engineering and design issues
Provide configuration control and release management support
Work collaboratively with internal engineering teams on technical queries
Liaise with customers and suppliers to resolve queries and implement changes
Support both standard and non-standard product and process changes
Assist with data transfer and documentation control
Attend regular progress meetings to support NPI activities
Contribute to continuous improvement and best practices
NPI Configuration Engineer
Qualifications and Experience
HNC/HND or higher qualification in Engineering
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in production or engineering within an aerospace environment
Proven experience in creating and maintaining Bills of Material and routings
Strong background in configuration control and change management
Knowledge of GD&T techniques
Understanding of manufacturing engineering processes
CAD experience (CATIA V5 desirable)
Strong IT and ERP system literacy
Good understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and treatments
Ability to manage engineering data and documentation