Lead Engineer NPI

For one of our partners we are recruiting a Lead NPI Engineer.

In this role, you will be a pivotal member of the technical team, serving as the authority in your respective technical disciplines within the domain of new product introductions (NPI). NPI projects are at the core of industrializing new products for high-volume operations. Your primary responsibility will be to propose production steps and develop the production concept.

You will lead the evolution of this concept, overseeing the production of prototypes and pilots until the production step reaches volume readiness. This entails working closely with a multidisciplinary team, including CAD engineers, work preparation specialists, quality engineers, and programmers.

Furthermore, you will play a crucial role in advancing our technical capabilities. Embracing the spirit of our organization, you will proactively explore the technology portfolio, monitor market trends, and drive internal technology development.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Providing support to the sales team during acquisition efforts, offering insights into feasibility, technology selection, and production timelines.
• Taking ownership of project milestones within NPI projects post-order, ensuring quality, timing, and budget adherence.
• Reviewing and supervising engineering deliverables, offering guidance on engineering-related queries, and addressing structural challenges from the concept phase through completion.
• Performing various relevant calculations.
• Leading a diverse team to achieve project milestones and closely monitoring engineering outputs.
• Effectively communicating technical progress and project milestones both internally and externally.
• Leading research projects into new technologies and overseeing their implementation. This includes developing project plans, business cases, budget management, and timeline tracking.
• Leading initiatives for technology enhancements.
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients and suppliers, attending industry events to stay abreast of developments in relevant disciplines.
• Demonstrating willingness to support technology projects or address technological challenges for other companies within our consortium.

Qualifications

We are seeking individuals who are enthusiastic about tackling technical challenges and staying informed about the latest developments. You should be capable of setting and independently pursuing ambitious goals within specified time frames. Your knowledge and skills will be instrumental in driving their success.

Furthermore, you should possess:

• A technical Master's degree in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, or a related field, or a Bachelor's degree with 5-10 years of practical experience.
• Previous experience within a production environment.
• Proficiency in both Dutch and English languages.

Additionally, you should align with their core values:

• Demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit.
• Willingness to take ownership.
• Commitment to excellence.
• A mindset focused on sharing knowledge and continuous learning.
• A strong commitment to acting with integrity.

Company Benefits

As a part of their dynamic and expanding organization, you will be encouraged to take initiative and grow professionally. The compensation package includes:

• A competitive salary that is commensurate with the market.
• 25 vacation days, in addition to 13 ADV (Arbeidsduurverkorting) days, with some being predetermined.
• Opportunities for your ongoing professional development.

Interested?

If this opportunity resonates with you, please contact Ivor Duif for further information at +31 (0) 20 8938 606 or via email at ivor@unitypartners.nl.

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