New Product Introduction Engineer

Owen Daniels; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Owen Daniels partners with a global engineering and industrial supplier to appoint an NPI Engineer in High Wycombe. This role oversees the New Product Introduction process from concept through to approval, coordinating cross-functional reviews and ensuring data accuracy.

You will work with suppliers and customers to resolve technical issues, review drawings and specifications, and support sales with technical data to drive successful product introductions.

Qualifications

• Experience in NPI, Process Engineering, Quality Engineering or similar technical role.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Understanding of materials (steel, stainless steel, brass).
• Familiarity with ISO, EN, DIN, ASTM standards.
• Attention to detail and methodical approach.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication with customers and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the New Product Introduction (NPI) process from initial introduction through to product approval.
• Ensure all new product introduction data is accurately captured and maintained within the relevant systems.
• Coordinate cross-functional reviews, ensuring they are completed accurately and within agreed timescales.
• Manage and oversee the sample approval process.
• Review technical drawings, specifications and product requirements.
• Carry out product testing and analysis, including dimensional and visual inspection.
• Collate technical and quality data to support product approval.
• Support the business in resolving product and technical issues arising from RFQs.
• Work closely with Sales, Sourcing, Replenishment and suppliers to resolve technical and product-related issues.
• Provide technical support and data to the Sales team.
• Liaise directly with customers and suppliers to resolve product queries and improve overall satisfaction.
• Ensure internal and external stakeholders are kept informed throughout the product introduction and approval process.

Skills

NPI

Drawings interpretation

Material knowledge

Quality engineering

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Excel

Communication skills

Job description

NPI Engineer

Location: High Wycombe

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum

I’m currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity with a global engineering and industrial supplier who are looking to appoint an experienced NPI Engineer to join their team in High Wycombe.

This is a great opportunity for an engineer with a strong understanding of New Product Introduction, technical drawings, engineering materials and supplier/customer quality to take ownership of the product introduction process and play a key role in bringing new products into the business.

You’ll work closely with internal teams, suppliers and customers, helping to ensure products meet the required technical, quality and commercial standards from initial introduction through to approval.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the New Product Introduction (NPI) process from initial introduction through to product approval.
• Ensure all new product introduction data is accurately captured and maintained within the relevant systems.
• Coordinate cross-functional reviews, ensuring they are completed accurately and within agreed timescales.
• Manage and oversee the sample approval process.
• Review technical drawings, specifications and product requirements.
• Carry out product testing and analysis, including dimensional and visual inspection.
• Collate technical and quality data to support product approval.
• Support the business in resolving product and technical issues arising from RFQs.
• Work closely with Sales, Sourcing, Replenishment and suppliers to resolve technical and product-related issues.
• Provide technical support and data to the Sales team.
• Liaise directly with customers and suppliers to resolve product queries and improve overall satisfaction.
• Ensure internal and external stakeholders are kept informed throughout the product introduction and approval process.

About You

We’re looking for someone with a strong technical and engineering background who is comfortable working across NPI, product introduction, suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders.

• Experience within an NPI, Process Engineering, Quality Engineering or similar technical engineering position.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• Good understanding of engineering materials, including steel, stainless steel, brass and similar materials.
• Understanding of international engineering standards such as ISO, EN, DIN and ASTM.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to technical information.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers, suppliers and internal teams.
• A proactive approach to identifying improvements and resolving technical issues.