Engineering Manager (NPI, Mechanical Design, Technical)

An opportunity to join a business experiencing rapid growth. Exciting engineering leadership role - Engineering Manager (NPI, Mechanical Design, Technical).

Client Details

This long-established Manufacturing and Production firm in the Deeside area has been operating since the mid-1960s, steadily developing specialist expertise in precision metal fabrication and high-integrity engineered products. Its work supports industries that demand strict quality assurance, including sectors using advanced gas, fluid and chemical-handling systems.Over the years, the organisation has built a reputation for producing safety-critical components and fabrication work, applying both manual and orbital welding techniques to meet demanding technical standards. It also offers machining, inspection and product development capabilities, enabling it to deliver high-performance containment vessels, cylinders, and other specialist assemblies.A continued focus on investment in skills, equipment, and controlled manufacturing processes allows the company to stay aligned with evolving industry requirements. Its team prides itself on delivering reliable, cost-effective engineered solutions while working closely with customers to meet exacting performance and safety expectations

Description

As the Engineering Manager (NPI, Mechanical Design, Technical) you will be tasked with the following;

• Manage end-to-end new product introduction (NPI) projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgets.
• Scrutinise and ensure product ranges are feasible for manufacture (DFMEA, DFM, PFMEA)
• Lead a small team of engineers to develop new and existing product range
• Provide Technical support to customers in order to talk through technical drawings, issues and products.
• Ensure product designs meet customer requirements and industry standards.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain, to achieve project goals.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, risk assessments, and progress reports.
• Identify and implement process improvements to optimise production efficiency.
• Act as the main point of contact for internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Monitor project performance using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the engineering and manufacturing departments.

Profile

A successful Engineering Manager (NPI, Mechanical Design, Technical) should have:

• A degree qualification or equivalent in a relevant Mechanical Engineering field.
• Proven experience in managing new product introduction (NPI) projects within the industrial/manufacturing sector.
• A strong mechanical engineering background couple with NPI & customer facing exposure
• An ability to communicate clearly and effectively to customers and internal colleagues.
• Strong understanding of engineering and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

Job Offer

£60,000 to £80,000 plus potential onus and benefits -all dependend on current salary, experience and position