NPI Manufacturing Engineer

CBSbutler Ltd.; Romsey; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an NPI Manufacturing Engineer for a 6-month contract in Romsey. The role requires expertise in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma to support various production activities and lead improvements. Candidates must have knowledge in electronics manufacturing and problem-solving techniques. This position is onsite, offering competitive rates between £450 and £480 per day.

Qualifications

• Demonstratable knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
• Experience leading change management teams and projects.
• Understanding of electronic and mechanical assembly principles.

Responsibilities

• Support DFMA / NPD / NPI activities for Production and Supply Chain.
• Lead completion of PFMEA and Risk identification.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement across Defence.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Continuous Improvement

Electronics manufacturing

Tools

MRP tools (IFS)

Test Equipment

Job description

NPI Manufacturing Engineer

+ 6 month initial contract

+ High end Electronics NPI

+ SC Cleared will be required

+ £450 to £480 per day

+ Onsite near Winchester

Key Skills:

+ DFMA/NPD/NPI

+ Electronics manufacturing background

Key Responsibilities

• Support DFMA / NPD / NPI activities for Production, Support and Supply Chain.


• Support Bid processes and Make versus Buy manufacturing strategies.


• Lead completion of PFMEA, and Risk identification and mitigation for product designs and manufacturing processes.


• Identify and elevate risks, issues and opportunities to improve processes and deliveries, liaising with project teams, leaders and sponsors as required.


• Identify appropriate manufacturing, assembly and testing processes for new products


• Lead teams to successful problem resolution using Lean and Six Sigma tools.


• Promote a culture of continuous improvement across Defence. Identify opportunities to improve the CI culture/framework, working closely with business stakeholders.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Demonstratable knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement tools and techniques.


• Demonstratable experience in leading change management teams and projects.


• Detailed understanding of electronic and mechanical assembly and testing principles.


• Previous work experience within electro-mechanical assembly.


• Previous experience of working with automated and manual measurement techniques across a range of Test Equipment.


• Experience in troubleshooting product non-conformances


• Problem Solving techniques (PSP, 8D, RCA, DMAIC)


• Experienced with MRP tools (IFS would be advantageous).