NPI Estimating Project Engineer

Upfront estimating and following through to fruition. Leading the implementation for re-introduction of legacy existing and new products within a quality-controlled environment. Working within a team environment cross functionally is key to successful implementation, managing stakeholders and leading the programmes through their lifecycle is fundamental.

Client Details

The employer is a well-established medium-sized organisation within the industrial/manufacturing industry. They specialise in delivering high-quality engineering and manufacturing solutions to a global client base, with a strong emphasis on innovation and precision.

Description

Responsibilities

• Working the estimating process, with the Business Development Team to generate a total cost model to suit customer expectations.
• Reviewing specification and building process to match Customer requirements
• Co-ordination of new project introduction (NPI) projects across all Business functions
• Progress NPI projects throughout the life of the project and update status documents issuing to the teams for actioning.
• Working with customers & Suppliers to deliver projects OTIF.
• Follow and update project progress tracking documents challenging all quarters for improvements to KPI's exceeding original expectations.
• Following NPI and RPI process logging adherence to process and ensuring all stakeholders are completing activities as required, inclusive of APQP, PPAP and FAI requirements.
• Chair & lead internal meetings as required for the NPI projects driving actions for completion and escalating as applicable.
• Chair internal weekly Business Unit NPI review meetings as required engaging at all levels within the Business. Create / update Management reports as required.
• Chair & lead Customer facing meetings and Conference calls as required keeping continuity and plans in line with their expectations.
• Support Business Development with the creation of Project plans working with stakeholders as required.
• Work with stakeholders to create an environment where a NPI key projects can be effective.
• Work to continuously improve processes and governance structure to make the business more productive.

Profile

A successful NPI Estimating Project Engineer should have:

• Experience in Forging or machined component / assemblies estimating
• Ability to work with & support multiple projects.
• Understanding of validation requirements, AS9145 / PPAP / APQP / FAI's / Customer specific specifications.

Experience

• Creation of estimates to support Business quotations
• 2-5yrs experience in Project Management role in Automotive or Aerospace preferred.
• Use of Microsoft Project or other Project management tools.
• Working within an ISO 9100 / 9001 environment.
• Working with Customers & their quality systems.
• Experience of Sabre, Grams, DVI or other quality systems

Job Offer

• £45,000 - £50,000 depending on experience.
• Permanent position with opportunities for career progression.
• Generous holiday allowance to support work-life balance.
• A supportive and collaborative company culture.
• Chance to work on innovative projects within the engineering and manufacturing field.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as an NPI Estimating Project Engineer in Redditch, we encourage you to apply today!