Senior New Product Introduction Manager (Engineering)

Resourcing Group; Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Frontier Resourcing partners with a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation to recruit an experienced NPI Engineering Manager. You will industrialise new products from concept to production, meeting quality, cost and delivery targets in a highly regulated environment.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage stage-gate processes, champion DfM/DFT/DFC, drive MRL assessments and readiness reviews, conduct PFMEA/RCCA, and collaborate with procurement to secure components for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronic/Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• 2–3+ years of leadership/managerial experience in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of electronics manufacturing (PCBA, SMT, CCA, microelectronics).
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP (SAP, Oracle) and PLM software.
• Knowledge of PFMEA, RCCA, ATE, and quality tools.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, GD&T, BOMs, and process docs.
• Experience with advanced manufacturing processes (CNC, automation, welding, etc.).
• Awareness of PRINCE2/PMP and planning tools (MS Project, Smartsheet).
• Familiarity with AS9100/AS9145, J-STD-001 and related standards.
• Eligibility to obtain UK SC clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional team from RFQ/concept to full production handover.
• Manage stage-gate processes per AS9145/APQP.
• Champion DfM, DfT, and DfC principles.
• Drive MRL assessments and Production Readiness Reviews.
• Conduct PFMEA, RCCA and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Procurement and suppliers for component availability.
• Develop manufacturing plans, tooling, work instructions and processes.
• Set baselines for cost, schedule, quality and scope; report to senior stakeholders.
• Chair NPI Gate Reviews, Design Reviews and Production Readiness Reviews.
• Coordinate activities across Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations and PMO.

Skills

Leadership

NPI expertise

Electronics engineering

Lean Six Sigma

ERP/MRP proficiency

PLM software

PFMEA/RCCA

AS9100/AS9145 knowledge

Project management

SC clearance eligible

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Electrical/Electronic/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle)

PLM software

MS Project

Smartsheet

Job description

Frontier Resourcing is delighted to be partnering with a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation to recruit an experienced NPI (New Product Introduction) Engineering Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an innovative business in a high-impact leadership role, driving the successful transition of cutting-edge electronic products from R&D through to full-scale manufacturing.

Due to the nature of work and industry, candidates will be required to be eligible for SC Clearance.

Working at the forefront of advanced manufacturing, you'll lead cross-functional teams, shape manufacturing strategy, and play a pivotal role in delivering complex products within a highly regulated environment.

The Role:

As the Senior NPI Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for leading the industrialisation of new products, ensuring a smooth transition from concept through to production while meeting quality, cost, and delivery objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a cross-functional team of manufacturing and process engineers, taking products from RFQ and concept through to full production handover.
• Manage products through formal stage-gate processes, including AS9145/APQP methodologies.
• Champion Design for Manufacturability (DfM), Design for Testability (DfT), and Design for Cost (DfC) principles.
• Drive Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) assessments and oversee Production Readiness Reviews.
• Conduct PFMEA, FMEA, and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities to identify and mitigate manufacturing risks.
• Collaborate closely with Procurement and external suppliers to ensure component availability and manufacturing capability.
• Develop manufacturing plans, tooling strategies, work instructions, and production processes.
• Establish and manage project baselines covering cost, schedule, quality, and scope, providing regular updates to senior stakeholders.
• Chair NPI Gate Reviews, Design Reviews, and Production Readiness Reviews.
• Coordinate activities across Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and Programme Management to ensure successful product launches.

About you:

We're looking for an experienced engineering leader with a strong background in new product introduction within a highly regulated manufacturing environment.

You’ll ideally have:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Electronic, Manufacturing, or a related Engineering discipline.
• Significant experience within manufacturing, including at least 2–3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Excellent understanding of electronics manufacturing, including PCBA, SMT, CCA, and microelectronics assembly.
• Experience using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and PLM software.
• Strong knowledge of PFMEA, RCCA, automated test equipment (ATE), and quality improvement techniques.
• The ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience with advanced manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, automation, welding, heat treatment, or electronics assembly.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies such as PRINCE2 or PMP and associated planning tools including MS Project or Smartsheet.
• Ideally you'll have experience within Aerospace, Defence, Space, or another highly regulated industry, with an understanding of AS9100, AS9145 (APQP/PPAP), J-STD-001, and associated quality standards.
• The ability to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance (SC) or equivalent.

What's on offer:

Our client is offering an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package, together with the opportunity to work on technically challenging programmes within a growing and innovative organisation.

Relocation support is available, and applications are welcomed from candidates looking to relocate for the right opportunity.

If you're an experienced NPI Engineering Manager looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

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