Job title: NPI Engineer

Location: Dorset

Salary: From £37,000 per year

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule: Monday to Friday

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced NPI Engineer to join our dynamic and fast-paced team. In this role, you will provide strategic direction for materials and support functions, ensuring efficient material flow to meet and exceed customer expectations in productivity, quality, cost, delivery, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategies for material flow to optimize production efficiency
Ensure engineering designs and processes align with quality and industry standards
Work collaboratively with design, quality, production, and supply chain teams
Program and utilize CAD software, particularly SolidWorks
Interpret engineering drawings and tooling specifications to support manufacturing processes
Identify and resolve technical challenges with a proactive problem-solving approach
Apply Lean Principles to drive continuous improvement initiatives
Develop Microsoft-based tools or applications (advantageous)

What We're Looking For

Strong mechanical engineering background with expertise in engineering principles and practices
Proficiency in CAD programming, particularly SolidWorks
Ability to analyze and interpret engineering designs effectively
Hands-on experience in problem-solving and process optimization
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
Knowledge of Lean manufacturing methodologies
Experience in the Aerospace industry (advantageous)

Benefits

Competitive salary
Critical illness cover & life insurance
Company sick pay scheme
Early finish on Fridays
Flexible working options
33 days annual leave
Opportunities for career progression

If you're ready to take on a new challenge in a forward-thinking company, apply now and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement