NPI Engineer

Wolviston Management Services Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolviston Management Services Ltd is recruiting an NPI Engineer for a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in Durham. The role focuses on introducing RF and microwave products into high-precision manufacturing, transitioning from development to full-scale production.

You will lead NPI activities, coordinate pilot builds, drive DFM/ DFA improvements, and develop robust process flows with documentation. Strong problem-solving and PFMEA knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in Electronic Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or similar (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience within high-precision manufacturing environments (electronics, automotive, or similar).
• Experience introducing new products into production environments.
• Strong problem-solving capability using structured methodologies (8D, DMAIC or FMEA).
• Knowledge of PFMEA and control plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead new product introduction (NPI) activities from prototype through to production release.
• Coordinate pilot builds and production readiness reviews.
• Drive Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) improvements.
• Develop and implement process flows, control plans, and supporting documentation.
• Define tooling, fixturing and automation requirements.
• Support early-stage production and manufacturing ramp-up.
• Analyse manufacturing data to improve yield, quality, and efficiency.
• Lead root cause investigations using structured methodologies (8D, DMAIC, FMEA).
• Collaborate cross-functionally with design, quality and operations teams.

Skills

NPI experience

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Electronic/Manufacturing Engineering degree

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

NPI Engineer

Location: Durham

Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time

Closing Date: Sep 1st, 2026

Ref: 1677831

Wolviston Management Services are supporting out amazing client, a leading UK manufacturer, to recruit NPI Engineers at all levels of experience. This is an exciting opportunity to join a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility.

This role will support the introduction of cutting-edge RF and microwave products into a high-precision manufacturing environment. You will play a key part in transitioning products from development and prototype stages through to full-scale production, ensuring robust, efficient and scalable processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead new product introduction (NPI) activities from prototype through to production release
• Coordinate pilot builds and production readiness reviews
• Drive Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) improvements
• Develop and implement process flows, control plans, and supporting documentation
• Define tooling, fixturing and automation requirements
• Support early-stage production and manufacturing ramp-up
• Analyse manufacturing data to improve yield, quality, and efficiency
• Lead root cause investigations using structured methodologies (8D, DMAIC, FMEA)
• Collaborate cross-functionally with design, quality and operations teams

Technical Environment

• RF and microwave module manufacturing
• Electronics and semiconductor assembly
• High-reliability, precision manufacturing processes
• Statistical Process Control (SPC) and capability analysis
• PFMEA and structured industrialisation processes

About You

• Degree or HND in Electronic Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or similar (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience within high-precision manufacturing environments (e.g. electronics, automotive, or similar)
• Experience introducing new products into production environments
• Strong problem-solving capability using structured methodologies such as 8D, DMAIC or FMEA
• Knowledge of process validation, PFMEA and control plans
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams

Desirable Skills

• Experience with CAD tools (e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
• Knowledge of SPC and data-driven manufacturing improvements
• Exposure to RF or semiconductor manufacturing
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 standards

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge RF and communications technology
• Involvement in a major UK advanced manufacturing investment
• Career development within a specialist and growing sector
• Collaborative and innovative engineering environment