Industrial Engineer - New Product Introduction

Placements24; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

comprehensive medical aid

a provident fund

opportunities for professional develop

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Industrial Engineer specializing in New Product Introduction (NPI) to join a well-established manufacturing firm in East London, UK. The role focuses on integrating new products into manufacturing processes, aligning with quality, cost, and delivery targets.

The engineer will partner with R&D, design, and production to create robust processes and scalable lines. Key responsibilities include process validation, SOP development, equipment specification, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering field (Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical or related).
• Minimum 5 years in industrial engineering with emphasis on NPI.
• Strong knowledge of DFM, process validation, and production line setup.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for new products, ensuring manufacturability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with R&D and design teams to review designs for manufacturability (DFM).
• Plan and execute process validation and qualification activities for new products and processes.
• Develop SOPs, work instructions, and training materials for new product lines.
• Specify requirements for new equipment, tooling, and automation for launches.
• Conduct time studies and line balancing to establish efficient production workflows and labor standards.
• Support pilot production runs and troubleshoot manufacturing issues during NPI.
• Work with QA to establish quality control points and methods for new products.
• Analyze production data from pilot runs to identify improvement opportunities.
• Ensure all NPI processes comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Industrial Engineering

NPI (New Product Introduction)

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Process mapping

Time studies

Line balancing

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established manufacturing firm located in East London, Eastern Cape , is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer specializing in New Product Introduction (NPI). This role is critical in ensuring that new products are smoothly integrated into the manufacturing process, meeting quality, cost, and delivery targets. The engineer will collaborate closely with R&D, design, and production teams to develop robust manufacturing processes, validate tooling, and establish efficient production lines. This is a hands-on, on-site position essential for bringing innovative products to market successfully from our client's facility in East London .

Key Responsibilities

Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for new products, ensuring manufacturability, scalability, and efficiency. Collaborate with R&D and design engineering teams to review product designs for manufacturability (DFM). Plan and execute process validation and qualification activities for new products and processes. Develop and refine Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and training materials for new product lines. Specify requirements for new equipment, tooling, and automation necessary for new product launches. Conduct time studies and line balancing to establish efficient production workflows and labor standards. Support pilot production runs and troubleshoot any manufacturing issues encountered during NPI phases. Work with quality assurance to establish appropriate quality control points and methods for new products. Analyze production data from pilot runs to identify opportunities for further process improvement. Ensure all NPI processes comply with relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a significant focus on New Product Introduction (NPI). Proven experience in developing manufacturing processes for new products. Strong understanding of DFM principles, process validation, and production line setup. Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies is highly desirable. Proficiency in process mapping, time studies, and line balancing techniques. Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues. Strong communication, collaboration, and project management skills. Familiarity with various manufacturing technologies and equipment. Experience working with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary of ZAR per annum.

• comprehensive medical aid


• a provident fund


• opportunities for professional development

This role provides the chance to be involved in the exciting process of bringing new products to life and offers significant career growth potential within the organization. The position is based at our client's manufacturing facility in East London, Eastern Cape , providing a stable and rewarding work environment.