NPI Project Engineer - Electrical/Electronics

Yolk Recruitment; Wales; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is searching for an NPI Project Engineer in South Wales, specializing in electrical and electronic engineering. The role involves leading product introductions, solving technical issues, and providing expert support. Candidates should have strong bench skills and an understanding of project management. Offering a competitive salary with a substantial pension, private healthcare, and extensive training resources.

Benefits

Substantial company pension

Private healthcare

Annual company bonus

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Significant training resources

Qualifications

• Background in electrical or electronic engineering, through education or strong hands-on experience.
• Diagnostic and fault-finding experience in practical settings.
• Understanding of project management principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate new product introductions and manage timelines.
• Troubleshoot product-related issues and conduct root cause analysis.
• Provide daily technical support and act as a product expert.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Practical bench skills

Project management

Software familiarity

Six Sigma / Lean methodologies

Education

Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Job description

NPI Project Engineer - Electrical/Electronics

South Wales

£32,000 - £36,000 + substantial pension, bonus, benefits package

Yolk Engineering is exclusively managing a new opportunity with a growing advanced manufacturing business known for its next generation products, innovation in manufacturing and the employer of choice for any passionate Engineer.

This is a high potential career opportunity working with cutting edge technologies in a future proof field. An exciting new role in a growing team that combines NPI, project management, design-level product knowledge and hands-on bench skills, and will give you an end to end view of the product lifecycle and the opportunity to develop your expertise and career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

You'll need electrical/electronic knowledge and will have an understanding of how a product is manufactured. A familiarity with software is advantageous, as is exposure to project management, either through leading projects yourself or exposure to PM tools and processes. You'll need to be comfortable on the bench, analytically, and working with others.

What you'll be doing

• Leading and coordinating new product introductions - chairing meetings, planning timelines, managing actions and acting as the technical lead from concept to manufacture.
• Taking ownership of product-related issues - fault-finding down to component level, carrying out root cause analysis, and implementing robust countermeasures.
• Working closely with design authorities to support product improvements and guide design-for-manufacture decisions.
• Providing day-to-day technical support, becoming the go-to expert for your allocated product or technology.
• Getting involved in everything from installing new equipment and mentoring apprentices, to educating others in your specialist area and identifying ways to improve process and quality.

What we're looking for

• A background in electrical or electronic engineering - either through education or strong hands-on experience.
• Practical bench skills, including diagnostic and fault-finding experience.
• An understanding of project management principles - including planning, coordination, and communicating across departments.
• Someone who works well with others but also thrives with independence and freedom to make decisions.
• Comfortable dealing with people at all levels and confident presenting
• Knowledge of Six Sigma / Lean methodologies is advantageous
• Familiarity with structured problem-solving techniques (e.g. 8D, DMAIC, KT) is advantageous.
• An interest in next-gen electronics, embedded tech or AI - a natural curiosity and passion for learning.

Benefits

• Salary depending on experience
• Substantial company pension
• Private healthcare
• Annual company bonus
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Significant training resources and time given for development
• Proven progression opportunities