Job Title: New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer
We are partnering with a leading company in the medical device industry to recruit an NPI Engineer.
In this role, you will play a pivotal part in guiding the introduction of new products and driving product development projects from concept to commercialisation.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovation and excellence within a dynamic, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage NPI and Product Development (PD) activities, ensuring smooth project execution.
* Support the implementation of ISO56000, Innovation Management Standard.
* Oversee design and development of new products, working closely with customers throughout their design process.
* Drive prototyping, testing, and initial engineering builds, ensuring design verification and validation.
* Conduct risk assessments and manage risk in accordance with ISO13485 standards.
* Develop and validate test methods and processes using statistical tools (e.g., R&R, DOE).
* Manage project lifecycle, including budgeting, prioritisation, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication.
* Identify and integrate new technologies to enhance product and process robustness.
Essential Requirements:
* NFQ Level 8 or higher in a technical discipline (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or Biomedical Engineering).
* Proven experience in NPI, product and process validation, and project management methodologies (e.g., PMBOK, Agile).
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
* Six Sigma certification and demonstrated ability to lead process improvement initiatives.
* Experience in grinding, moulding, EDM, and/or laser processes is a distinct advantage.
Skills:
* NPI
* Product Development
* Medical Devices