NPI Project Engineer

Job Title: Project Engineer
Location: Sunderland
Salary: Up to £45,000

6 MONTH INTERIM ROLE

The Company:

Join a forward-thinking, global automotive and plastics manufacturer at the cutting edge of innovation and engineering excellence. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality solutions to tier-one customers, this company offers the opportunity to work on exciting new product introduction (NPI) and design change control (DCC) projects in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Job Description:

We are currently seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support the delivery of New Product Introduction projects. As a Project Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring successful project execution across quality, cost, and delivery (QCD) parameters. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven professional to be a key part of cross-functional teams, working closely with both internal departments and international stakeholders.

As an NPI Engineer, you’ll support the Senior NPI Lead and Head of NPI to drive multiple projects from concept to delivery. You will ensure robust communication with internal and external partners, manage risk, and maintain comprehensive project documentation throughout the lifecycle.

Your responsibilities as a Project Engineer will include:

• Leading cross-functional teams to meet project timelines and objectives.
• Supporting the launch and delivery of new products into production.
• Managing project documentation and coordinating project activities.
• Working closely with overseas head office and local internal teams.
• Handling design change projects pre- and post-SOP.
• Liaising with suppliers and customers as required.

Skills & Experience:

To succeed as a Project Engineer, you should bring:

• A proven background in project engineering or project management.
• Experience leading or supporting projects from concept to launch.
• Automotive, plastics or high-volume manufacturing experience.
• Experience of RFQ’s and costing.
• A technical or engineering background is preferred, but not essential.

Why Should You Apply?

• Be part of a growing, global organisation offering real career progression.
• Work on cutting-edge product development projects with international exposure.
• Hybrid working options and excellent employee benefits.
• Ideal opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in their NPI or project engineering career.

If you are a proactive and collaborative Project Engineer looking to join a progressive and supportive team – we would love to hear from you.

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