New Product Introduction Engineer
- Recruiter
- Minstrell Recruitment Ltd
- Location
- Hatfield
- Salary
- Excellent Salary and package
- Posted
- 11 Jan 2017
- Closes
- 26 Jan 2017
- Sectors
- Engineering
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Description
New Product Introduction Engineer- Automation / Manufacturing
Circa GBPExcellent Salary and package. Hertfordshire
I am currently looking to recruit a New Product Introduction Engineer to join my client based in Hertfordshire.
The New Product Introduction Engineer Vacancy description
Working within Technical Engineering, supporting the Engineering R&D deliver of technical innovation products with an Automated Warehouse Environment into existing infrastructure or newly commissioned infrastructure.
The NPI engineer will ensure the smooth transition into full operation of products and systems from the R&D group. They will identify and resolve issues within pilot trials, create preventative maintenance programmes and act as the primary technical point of contact for onsite operations and contractors.
Roles & Responsibilities
This position will be to support the smooth transition of products from R&D Engineering into full operation, including overseeing the install of production ready systems.
- The NPI Engineer is required to develop and manage relationships with a key stakeholders and contributors in the introduction into manufacture process.
- Create and manage daily technical progress reports identifying issues and risks and tracking KPIs.
- Analyses failures, identify root causes and implement solutions.
- Ensure that changes are rolled out across test fleets and configuration control is maintained.
- In conjunction with Engineering Operations develop training plans.
- Develop preventative maintenance plans and schedules including spares and equipment requirements.
- Ensure that in conjunction with Compliance engineering that the products are installed in compliance with all appropriate standards.
- The NPI engineer will be expected to work across a range of disciplines linking with the Technical leads within the R&D group.
- Actively participate in the Patent process for Engineering.
- The place of work is Welwyn Garden City, but the role will require extensive presence at other UK and international locations.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
We are looking for someone with:
- An engineering/ science qualification, to HND or Degree level.
- Experience of new product introduction in areas such as high volume manufacture, automotive, airports, or FMCG distribution.
- Ability to build relationships from shop floor to management level, identify and clearly communicate key information and tailor the communication for the audience.
- Prioritise issues, communicate reasoning and negotiate for resources when needed.
- Both technical and commercial awareness.
- Ability to write work instruction and technical reports.
- Ability to design & propose alternative solutions when faced with barriers.
- Good technical ability (or experience) relating to automation hardware.
- Understanding of product reliability and reliability testing
Business Competencies
- The ability to multitask and manage and prioritise tasks.
- Demonstrate a balanced and structured approach to problem resolution.
- Communicate requirements and facilitate compromises where appropriate based on business/technical demands.
- The ability to draw a workable solution from diverse teams.
Application Process
If you have the above skills and wish to be considered for this position or find out more details then please submit your CV.
We will endeavour to contact all applicants however if you do not hear from me within two weeks then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful.
New Product Introduction Engineer- Automation / Manufacturing
Circa GBPExcellent Salary and package. Hertfordshire
I am currently looking to recruit a New Product Introduction Engineer to join my client based in Hertfordshire.
The New Product Introduction Engineer Vacancy description
Working within Technical Engineering, supporting the Engineering R&D deliver of technical innovation products with an Automated Warehouse Environment into existing infrastructure or newly commissioned infrastructure.
The NPI engineer will ensure the smooth transition into full operation of products and systems from the R&D group. They will identify and resolve issues within pilot trials, create preventative maintenance programmes and act as the primary technical point of contact for onsite operations and contractors.
Roles & Responsibilities
This position will be to support the smooth transition of products from R&D Engineering into full operation, including overseeing the install of production ready systems.
- The NPI Engineer is required to develop and manage relationships with a key stakeholders and contributors in the introduction into manufacture process.
- Create and manage daily technical progress reports identifying issues and risks and tracking KPIs.
- Analyses failures, identify root causes and implement solutions.
- Ensure that changes are rolled out across test fleets and configuration control is maintained.
- In conjunction with Engineering Operations develop training plans.
- Develop preventative maintenance plans and schedules including spares and equipment requirements.
- Ensure that in conjunction with Compliance engineering that the products are installed in compliance with all appropriate standards.
- The NPI engineer will be expected to work across a range of disciplines linking with the Technical leads within the R&D group.
- Actively participate in the Patent process for Engineering.
- The place of work is Welwyn Garden City, but the role will require extensive presence at other UK and international locations.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
We are looking for someone with:
- An engineering/ science qualification, to HND or Degree level.
- Experience of new product introduction in areas such as high volume manufacture, automotive, airports, or FMCG distribution.
- Ability to build relationships from shop floor to management level, identify and clearly communicate key information and tailor the communication for the audience.
- Prioritise issues, communicate reasoning and negotiate for resources when needed.
- Both technical and commercial awareness.
- Ability to write work instruction and technical reports.
- Ability to design & propose alternative solutions when faced with barriers.
- Good technical ability (or experience) relating to automation hardware.
- Understanding of product reliability and reliability testing
Business Competencies
- The ability to multitask and manage and prioritise tasks.
- Demonstrate a balanced and structured approach to problem resolution.
- Communicate requirements and facilitate compromises where appropriate based on business/technical demands.
- The ability to draw a workable solution from diverse teams.
Application Process
If you have the above skills and wish to be considered for this position or find out more details then please submit your CV.
We will endeavour to contact all applicants however if you do not hear from me within two weeks then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful.