Job Description

Nitronica is a leading player in the contract electronics manufacturing sector. With a unique breadth of capabilities, including printed circuit board assembly, cable assembly and full product build it has the winning combination of low cost coupled with assured build quality. This capability along with outstanding customer service and manufacturing flexibility has led to significant growth and an expanding global customer base in many diverse markets including Aerospace, Defence, Telecoms, Oil & Gas and Renewable Energy.

Job specification:

NPI Engineer

Reporting to:

Engineering Manager

Summary:

Responsible for the management, control, and coordination of New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from the quoting phase through to product realisation. The role ensures a seamless transfer of the project into production while meeting deadlines, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements.

Main responsibilities:

Project Management: Lead and manage multiple concurrent projects, ensuring effective planning, execution, and delivery. Manufacturing Data Conversion: Translate customer drawings and specifications into manufacturing data. Bill of Materials (BOM) Creation: Develop bills of materials and product structures for manufacturing. Process Documentation: Create operator build instructions and process documentation for production teams. Process Optimisation: Assign process times and select the most efficient manufacturing processes to maximise productivity. Customisation and Technical Support: Provide technical support for customisations of existing product designs and build-to-print products. Hands-on Support: Offer practical support in model and pre-production builds as required by the business. Record Maintenance: Ensure accurate and up-to-date record-keeping of project and production data. Contract Review: Participate in contract reviews, addressing all NPI engineering and commercial considerations. Engineering Change Management: Coordinate and implement Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) on active production lines. ISO Compliance: Ensure all documentation aligns with the requirements of ISO 9001 standards.
Person Specification

Essential Criteria:

A minimum of 5 years' experience in an engineering manufacturing environment. Experience with mechanical and electrical assemblies and a solid understanding of associated manufacturing processes. Proven project management experience.

Desirable Criteria:

A degree or HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. Prior experience in printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) manufacturing engineering is highly preferred. Experience in electrical control panel building & wiring Experience in cable manufacturing, electro-mechanical assembly, and system integration is advantageous. Familiarity with programming equipment and machinery used in surface-mount printed circuit assembly (PCBA) manufacturing. Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software packages. Experience using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems.

Working Hours

Your contracted hours of work are 38 hours per week; however, you will be expected to work the hours deemed necessary to fulfil the job requirements.

Hinchtech Ltd T/A Nitronica is currently trialling a 4-day work week. The following shift patterns are available for this position:

Monday - Thursday 07:00 - 17:00

Monday - Thursday 07:30 - 17:30

Monday - Thursday 08:00 - 18:00

Benefits

Career progression opportunities Monthly free healthy breakfast Life Assurance up to 1x your salary*
Access to our Employee Assistance Program.

Salary

34k - 40k per annum

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 34,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking Sick pay
Experience:

PCBA Manufacturing: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person