NPI Engineer

Apply your manufacturing expertise to the introduction of some of the world’s most advanced RF and mmWave technologies.

Filtronic is recruiting NPI Engineers (at all levels of experience) to join our brand-new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility at NetPark in Sedgefield TS21 3TG. You will lead the transition of advanced RF and microwave products from development and prototype builds into stable, scalable production.

We are particularly interested in engineers from electronics, Tier-1 automotive or other high-reliability manufacturing environments. Experience in structured product industrialisation, process discipline and high-volume production translates strongly into our advanced electronics manufacturing environment.

Filtronic offers the opportunity to apply your manufacturing expertise while developing specialist skills in RF and semiconductor technologies.

The Role

You will lead the successful introduction of new RF and microwave products into manufacturing, ensuring designs transition from development and prototype phases into stable, repeatable and cost-effective production.

Working with RF design, mechanical, test, quality and manufacturing teams, you will coordinate pilot builds, validate processes and ensure manufacturing readiness.

Technical Scope

You will work across technologies including:

• RF and microwave module manufacturing
• Semiconductor and RF electronics assembly
• New Product Introduction (NPI) and industrialisation
• Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Assembly (DFA)
• Process validation and manufacturing readiness
• Statistical process control (SPC) and capability analysis
• Root cause methodologies such as 8D, DMAIC and FMEA

• Process flows, PFMEA and Control Plans

What you will be doing

• Lead the introduction new RF and microwave products into manufacturing
• Deliver NPI plans from prototype through to production release

• Coordinate pilot builds and production readiness reviews
• Drive DFM/DFA reviews to improve manufacturability
• Define tooling, fixturing and automation requirements
• Develop process flows, control plans and manufacturing documentation
• Support early production builds and ramp-up
• Analyse production data to improve yield and efficiency
• Lead root-cause investigations using structured methodologies
• Collaborate with design, quality and operations teams

About You

You will have strong technical and analytical skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

We are interested in candidates with:

• Degree or HND in Electronic Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or similar (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in high-precision manufacturing environments (e.g. automotive, electronics, power electronics)
• Experience transitioning products from development/prototype into production
• Experience with structured problem solving such as 8D, DMAIC or FMEA
• Knowledge of process flows, PFMEA and control plans

Desirable Experience

• CAD tools such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD
• Statistical process control and data analysis
• High-precision electronics or semiconductor manufacturing
• Knowledge of RF manufacturing
• ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 environments

Why Join Filtronic?

Filtronic is an award-winning UK plc designing and manufacturing high-performance RF and mmWave technology that powers critical communications infrastructure worldwide.

Joining Filtronic means you will:

• Work on cutting-edge communications technology
• Apply your manufacturing expertise in a specialist electronics sector
• Develop new skills in RF and semiconductor manufacturing
• Collaborate with highly skilled multidisciplinary teams
• Help scale advanced manufacturing capability in the UK and be part of our incredible journey

Please call our Talent Partner, Bruce Mair on 07483 917543 if you would like to chat about this role or clarify the salary and benefits prior to investing your time applying. Request a job description by emailing: [email protected]

Filtronic plc is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.  We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability status. If you require any adjustments or accommodations to support you during the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to assist.