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NPI Engineer

Leicester, United Kingdom

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Job ID: 4879

Job category: Technology

Location: Leicester, United Kingdom

Closing date: 17/07/2025

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Responsible for overseeing the transition of miniature electronic products from the development stage into full-scale manufacturing, ensuring a smooth launch by collaborating with design, engineering, and production teams to develop manufacturing processes, create detailed documentation and optimise production readiness for new products and product changes.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

Reviewing product designs to identify potential manufacturing challenges and recommend design modifications for efficient production.
Creating detailed manufacturing processes, including assembly procedures, tooling requirements, and quality control protocols.
Overseeing the creation of prototypes, conducting testing and validation to ensure product functionality and performance meets specifications.
Developing comprehensive BOMs, including components, materials, and quantities required for production.
Writing clear and concise work instructions for release to manufacturing operators.
Estimating production costs and identifying cost-saving opportunities throughout the NPI process.
Managing NPI projects, tracking timelines, and ensuring deliverables are met.
Working closely with design engineers, quality engineers, production teams, and procurement to facilitate a seamless transition to production.
Management of end-of-life components and parts to ensure production lines are kept uninterrupted.
Maintain close relationships with third party suppliers to resolve production issues and ensure efficiency and continuation of supply of AUEM products to customers.

Key Competencies

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes like machining, assembly, and testing
Proficiency in CAD software for design review and analysis
Experience with project management methodologies
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Knowledge of quality control principles and standards
Ability to analyse data and troubleshoot manufacturing issues

Skills and Knowledge

Essential