Head of NPI Engineering

Company : Techpoint Group B.v.

Job Type : Full Time

United Kingdom

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Job Description - Head of NPI Engineering

Introducing TechPoint

TechPoint Group, is one of the largest UK-owned CEMs. We supply EMS and supply chain services to leading technology companies across the UK and Europe. We operate from a modern, clean environment to support customers in the commercial, space, defence, transport, audio, motorsport, and instrumentation sectors. We have opened a new world-class facility and are looking for new talented people to join us on this exciting journey.

The Role

The Head of NPI Engineering is responsible for leading the end-to-end New Product Introduction (NPI) process within a high-mix, electronic manufacturing environment. This role ensures the seamless transition of products from design through to full-scale production, driving manufacturability, quality, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery.
You will act as the key interface between customers, design engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy

Lead, develop, and mentor the NPI Engineering team
Define and implement NPI strategy aligned with businessobjectivesand customer requirements
Drive a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and engineering excellence

New Product Introduction (NPI)

Own the full NPI lifecycle from concept review to production release
Ensure robust Design for Manufacture (DFM), Design for Test (DFT), and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles are applied
Lead project planning, risk management, and resource allocation for all NPI activities
Act as the primary escalation point for NPI-related issues

Customer & Stakeholder Management

Serve as the technical lead for customer engagements during the NPI phase
Collaborate with customers on designoptimisation, cost reduction, and manufacturability improvements
Work cross-functionally with Quality, Supply Chain, Production, andAccountManagement teams

Process & Production Readiness

Ensure manufacturing processes, tooling, and test solutions are fullyvalidatedprior to production
Oversee creation and approval of work instructions, process documentation, and control plans
Drive First Article Inspection (FAI) and production readiness reviews

Quality & Compliance

Ensure all NPI activities meet regulatory, customer, and industry standards (e.g., IPC standards)
Support root cause analysis and corrective actions during early production phases
Partner with Quality teams to ensure smooth handover to steady-state production

Continuous Improvement

AnalyseNPI performance metrics (e.g., time to market, yield, cost variance)
Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
Identifyopportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, andoptimiseprocesses

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

On-time NPI delivery
First pass yield / early production yield
Time toproduction release
NPI cost vs. target
Customer satisfaction during NPI phase

About you

Proven leadership experience in NPI, manufacturing engineering, or operations within the electronic manufacturing (EMS) sector
Strong knowledge of PCB assembly, box build, and electronic systems integration
Deep understanding of DFM, DFT, and DFA principles
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Experience working directly with customers in a technical or engineering capacity

About us

Our Mission
Harnessing the specialised strengths of each TechPoint business to create a uniquely integrated, value-driven solution for our customers. Dedicated to delivering exceptional service, from supply chain optimisation to complex manufacturing, empowering our clients with innovation and efficiency across every stage of their journey.

Our Purpose
Contribute to making a tangible impact on the success of our clients by redefining what’s possible in supply chain management and advanced manufacturing.

Equal Opportunities for all
TechPoint Group is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal opportunities to all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race, genetic information, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage all qualified candidates to apply

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