Quality Engineer

New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer

Salary: £32,000 – £38,500 (depending on experience)

Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:00am – 4:30pm, Friday 8:00am – 3:30pm

A leading advanced manufacturing organisation is seeking a proactive and technically skilled NPI Engineer to lead new product introduction projects from concept through to production. This is a hands-on role that bridges design, engineering, manufacturing, and quality, ensuring new products are delivered efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead NPI projects, managing timelines, resources, and deliverables
• Coordinate meetings and communicate project status to stakeholders
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and CAD models
• Facilitate feasibility studies, risk assessments, and FMEA
• Optimise designs for manufacturability and performance
• Develop and document manufacturing processes
• Drive process improvements to reduce cost and improve quality
• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers
• Support quality initiatives including audits and corrective actions
• Manage calibration, standards control, and supplier performance
• Analyse KPI data and lead continuous improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in NPI, manufacturing engineering, or a similar role
• Strong understanding of casting or precision manufacturing processes
• Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and CAD models
• Excellent project management and communication skills
• Knowledge of quality systems and continuous improvement methodologies

Why Apply?

• Be part of a globally respected organisation at the forefront of manufacturing innovation
• Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and development opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package