Project Engineer - NPD

New Product Development Engineer - Npd - Hybrid Working.

Due to continued investment within product development our manufacturing client is seeking an experienced NPD Engineer to lead the development of new products from concept through to manufacture. Working within a highly regulated environment, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious engineering professional who enjoys leading technical projects, solving complex challenges and delivering high-quality products. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading new product development projects from initial concept through to production.
• Managing multiple concurrent projects, ensuring delivery against agreed cost, quality and timescale objectives.
• Coordinating cross-functional teams, suppliers and stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Developing project plans, technical documentation, specifications, budgets and design history files.
• Driving product verification and validation activities, ensuring full traceability and compliance with relevant standards.
• Leading product risk management activities, including FMEA, hazard analysis and risk management planning.
• Supporting regulatory submissions and audits through the preparation of technical evidence and documentation.
• Working closely with testing and manufacturing teams to ensure products are robust, manufacturable and fit for purpose.
• Identifying project risks early and implementing practical solutions to maintain delivery schedules. Our client is looking for someone with a background within new product engineering who can combine their strong technical knowledge with excellent project leadership skills. Experience/qualifications:
• Previous experience working within New Product Development within an engineering/manufacturing environment
• A proven track record of delivering technical or new product development projects within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience of product development, manufacturing, testing and quality assurance.
• Experience of manufacturing processes such as injection moulding, extrusion and machining would be beneifical. This role is an office based role with the potential for hybrid working, the ability to commute to Alfreton is essential. Package includes:
• A competitive basic salary of up to £60,000
• Hybrid working after training
• 25 days holiday + 8 statutory holidays
• Company pension
• Access to onsite facilities and company discount schemes