NPI Engineer

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