Manufacturing Engineer (NPI)

Role: Manufacturing Engineer (NPI) Location: Banbury Job Type: Contract (Inside IR35, and through an Umbrella company)

Rate per hour: Up to £40 (depending on experience) Hours per week: 40

Our client in Banbury is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer with a strong background in New Product Introduction (NPI) to support the successful launch of new products into manufacturing. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business and play a key role in driving manufacturing excellence, process improvement, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support NPI projects from concept through to production launch.

• Develop and implement manufacturing processes, work instructions, and production documentation.

• Work closely with Design, Quality, Procurement, and Production teams to ensure smooth product introductions.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

• Support production readiness activities including PFMEA, process validation, and tooling requirements.

• Resolve manufacturing issues and provide technical support to production teams.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing principles.

• Ensure products are introduced in line with quality, cost, and delivery targets.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Manufacturing Engineer within a manufacturing or engineering environment.

• Strong NPI/New Product Introduction experience.

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, process validation, and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, or similar quality tools would be advantageous.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively across cross-functional teams.

• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

• Engineering qualification (HNC/HND, Degree, or equivalent) preferred.

• *You must have the full right to work in the UK for the duration of the contract as sponsorship is not available