NPI Engineer Fowlmere

We are currently highly skilled and motivated NPI Engineer for our client who are based in rural Cambridgeshire and close to Royston. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the introduction of new products specifically focusing on Gas Sensors and Safety Instruments. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving company and play a pivotal role in developing strategies to promote the companies pioneering products and solutions. The role is offered as a permanent position based at the company site in Fowlmere with full time hours.

The company

Is a global leader in the development and manufacture of advanced gas detection instrumentation and sensing technologies for a vast range of industries. With a commitment to innovation quality and safety the company empower industries worldwide to enhance workplace environments and safeguard lives.

They have grown steadily and consistently since they started 37 years ago and offer a superb place to work thrive and be part of something truly exciting. Having recently won the Queens Award for Enterprise within the innovation category the company values are at the core of everything they do so with each recruit as they grow they are seeking like-minded people to help build on the success which they already enjoy.

The role

Working in close collaboration with cross functional teams you will ensure the seamless transition of products from development to production maintaining the highest standards of quality and reliability.

Duties and Responsibilities will include:

• Collaboration with R&D production engineering quality and manufacturing teams to develop and introduce new gas sensors and safety instruments
• Drive NPI Projects activities ensuring timelines budgets and quality standards are met
• Translating product design requirements in to robust manufacturable and cost-effective production processes
• Develop and validate manufacturing methods tooling fixtures test systems and assembly procedures
• Lead Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFM/ DFA) PFMEA activities and championing best practice Engineering
• Lead NPI activities for internal and externally factored products
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation during product development capturing details surrounding introduction to production
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective/ preventative actions (8D DMAIC or similar)
• Analyse build data yield metrics and performance trends to drive continuous improvement
• Support early supplier engagement and selection ensuring components and subassemblies are production ready
• Participate in programme reviews risk assessments and technical design discussions
• Provide training and support for the production teams on new products and processes
• Support growth of lean manufacturing and six sigma principles within production

The Person

This is a hands-on engineering role focussed primarily on transferring new product design into a production environment. The role demands strong technical problem solving skills a collaborative mindset and the ability to work across disciplines to deliver robust and reliable solutions

• Ideally educated to degree level on Electronic Mechanical Engineering or relevant subject
• Previous experience within an NPI role and preferably within the Gas Sensor or a Safety Instrument related industry
• Strong understanding of DFM/DFA principles PFMEA and production process development
• Hands-on experience with assembly processes (electromechanical preferred) test development and process validation
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings schematics and specifications
• Strong problem solving skills using structured methodologies
• Excellent communication and cross functional collaboration abilities
• A high level of attention to detail and commitment to quality

Desirable attributes:

• Understanding of Gas Sensor Technologies and/or safety equipment
• Proficiency in CAD software and other engineering tools
• Familiarity with regulatory and certification standards (ATEX IECEx UL and CE)
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing six sigma and continuous improvement tools.

Details

This role is offered on a Full-time permanent basis. The salary offered is depending on experience and offers benefits .

How to Apply

Please apply to Gemma Turp through our website or alternatively you can email a copy of your CV and covering letter to

We aim to respond with specific feedback to every applicant via email within 14 days. However as we are a small two-person independent agency if we are extremely busy this may take longer. If you would like feedback sooner then feel free to contact us via email and we will come back to you ASAP.

About Horizon

Horizon Search and Selection Ltd is owned and run by Gemma and Kate from our private offices in Bury St Edmunds. Weve been in business for 12 years but have a combined 30(ish!) years recruitment experience between us. Were friendly recruitment folks and love what we do. Here we are acting as an employment agency on behalf of our client the employer. We act as the introducers so if you are successful you will be directly employed by our client. We never share your details with anyone (including our client) without your consent. Any questions Get in touch!

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