Job Title: NPI Engineer

Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire

Salary: up to £41,000

Hours: Monday to Friday - 0800 to 1630

Are you a skilled and detail-oriented NPI Engineer looking to make a tangible impact in a dynamic, expanding environment? Our client is growing, and we're seeking a talented professional to join our team in Wellingborough. This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative projects, collaborate across departments and ensure the seamless operation of our engineering processes.

About the Role:

As an NPI Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in defining, maintaining and improving the quality and performance of components used in our operations. Reporting directly to management, you will collaborate with procurement, quality assurance and operational teams to ensure every component meets technical specifications and supports the organisation's goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Define and set up new component master data and integrate it into the system.
Analyse customer information, manufacturing BOMs and operational processes to define components for NPI products.
Maintain and update material master data and BOMs, ensuring accuracy and relevance.
Support the procurement team by defining technical parameters and validating samples.
Manage engineering change notifications and track component life cycles (EOL, LTB).
Provide technical support for purchasing, planning and cost-saving initiatives.
Analyse technical specifications and datasheets, suggesting alternative components and solutions where appropriate.
Collaborate with QA to establish incoming inspection rules and support non-conformance analysis.
Create palletization instructions and provide technical assistance across departments.About You:

You're a hands-on, innovative engineer with a passion for problem-solving and a strong background in engineering principles. Detail-oriented and collaborative, you thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at optimising processes.

Qualifications and Skills:

Strong experience and expertise with SAP.
High-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including macros and pivot tables.
Degree or diploma in an engineering field.
At least 5 years of experience in electrical engineering.
Solid background in process improvement, defect analysis and root-cause investigationWhy This Job:

Our client values innovation, collaboration and dedication. They offer a competitive salary, health & wellbeing programme and life & medical insurance. Opportunities to become part of a new, growing team in exciting companies like this, do not come around all too often.

If you're an experienced NPI Engineer ready to bring your skills to a supportive team and take on a key role, apply now to make your mark. For any enquiries, please contact