NPI Engineer – Sheffield Salary: Negotiable Benefits | 40 hrs/week | Early Friday Finish Recruitment by Travis Talent Are you a hands-on NPI Engineer with a passion for taking products from concept to shop floor? Travis Talent is proud to be recruiting on behalf of our Sheffield-based manufacturing client who are expanding their team with the addition of an experienced and driven NPI Engineer. In this role, you’ll take centre stage in driving New Product Introduction and Development (NPI/NPD) projects, collaborating with design, prototyping, and manufacturing teams to bring innovation into production. You'll be the bridge between concept and delivery, ensuring products are manufactured to spec, on time, and with quality and cost at the forefront. What You’ll Be Doing: * Leading NPI/NPD projects from design validation to production readiness * Coordinating cross-functional teams across design, prototyping, and fabrication * Managing jigs, fixtures, tooling, and plant for new product launches * Running internal NPI reviews and reporting progress via Gantt charts * Driving the Engineering Change Process and maintaining clear ECN tracking * Championing DFM, process improvements, and manufacturability enhancements What We’re Looking For: * Degree in Mechanical Engineering (HND considered) * Experience in leading NPI projects within a manufacturing environment * Skilled in 3D and 2D CAD (CREO preferred) * Experience with stage-gate controls or APQP is an advantage * Exceptional communication, planning, and coordination skills * A proactive, hands-on leader with a solution-driven mindset What’s In It For You: * Negotiable salary depending on experience * Annual bonus * 25 days holiday bank holidays (rising to 30 days with service) * Early finish Fridays (07:30–13:30) * Pension scheme (5% company contribution) * Health cover for dental, optical etc. * Life insurance, cycle-to-work scheme, and more * Free parking and subsidised on-site refreshments