Senior NPI Engineer

Senior NPI Engineer Glenrothes Summary of Role: Provide technical and project management skills to ensure that New Products are introduced into manufacturing in a timely, efficient, cost effective and accurate manner. The NPI engineering role will report directly to the NPI manger and will have had significant experience within a high reliability electronics manufacturing environment e.g. Military Electronics. Some travel may be required. Main Duties: Responsible for front-end engineering and completion of New Product Introduction (NPI) using the company standard processes and procedures, highlighting DFM and production capability issues as appropriate. Will be required to provide NPI labour, Tooling and Other Direct Costs for RFP's supported with detailed Basis of Estimates Excellent financial acumen and understanding of manufacturing cost drivers To design, develop, procure & commission tooling, equipment and production systems to facilitate the introduction of new, transferred and modified products into manufacturing. To create and maintain appropriate documentation such as Technical reports, Work Instructions, Routings, and Specifications etc. To organise pre-production runs and support trial builds as required by the project schedule. To prepare for and participate in Product Design Reviews and Production Readiness Reviews. To conduct Process FMEA's and appropriate Risk Assessments to ensure and demonstrate full compliance to customer's specification and requirements. Delegation of work outside of their core skill-set to other members of the Engineering team, working closely with other Engineers, and ensuring delegated work is completed in a timely manner. Candidate Requirements: Essential: Degree in an Engineering science e.g. Electrical and Electronic Engineering/ Mechanical Engineering/Physics/ Industrial engineering Desirable: The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the transfer of products from design through to the end user with detailed knowledge of the following; ◦Have a working knowledge of relevant standards e.g. ANSI J Class 3, Mil std 810 etc Proven Technical specialist on key electronic manufacturing processes e.g. surface mount, Assembly, conformal Coating etc Strong attention to details, highly organised, computer literate Strong analytical and problem solving skills to analyse and resolve technical issues quickly and independently Clear knowledge of, and commitment to, World Class Manufacturing standards Key Skills: PC literate mainly Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint & MS Project. Ability to work with mathematical concepts and statistical inference, SPC, DOE, queuing theory, Six Sigma, etc. Use of lean tools including value stream mapping, etc. Ability to represent Raytheon at all levels both internal and externally. Strong understanding of the key cost drivers in the set-up, development or support of projects, products and the manufacturing process. Behavioural Skills: Self Motivated Work under cost/deadline pressure Strong written and verbal communication skills Promoting best practice and a displaying a "can do" attitude Be tenacious A team player About Raytheon UK With facilities in Broughton, Waddington, Glenrothes, Harlow, Gloucester and Manchester, Raytheon UK is invested in the British workforce and the development of UK technology. Across the country the company employs 1,700 people and supports 8,000 jobs. As a prime contractor and major supplier to the U.K. Ministry of Defence, Raytheon continues to invest in research and development, supporting innovation and technological advances across the country. About Raytheon Raytheon Company, with 2018 sales of $27 billion and 67,000 employees, is a technology and innovation leader specialising in defence, civil government and cyber security solutions. With a history of innovation spanning 97 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, C5I™ products and services, sensing, effects and mission support for customers in more than 80 countries. Raytheon is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts. Follow us on Twitter. Raytheon Career Development: Raytheon has a wealth of resources available to help you develop your career from the moment you join. Activities range from on-line learning modules, to external training and support for taking professional qualifications relevant to your role. Standard Benefits: 25 days holiday statutory public holidays Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution) 6 times salary 'Life Assurance' Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice scheme's. Enhanced sick pay scheme Enhanced Family Friendly Policies, including Maternity & Shared Parental leave. 37hr working week with a half day on Fridays (hours may vary depending on role, job requirement or site specifics arrangements). Flexible working arrangements can be considered depending on the role and subject to line manager approval. Canteen facilities available at Harlow & Glenrothes sites and Manchester & Gloucester offer free snacks & drinks (hot & cold available). Diversity: Diversity is a core business imperative at Raytheon. We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes inclusiveness and always employs the best professionals for the job. Having a diverse workforce allows Raytheon to draw upon a range of different ideas and experiences which supports growing our business and creates an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity for success. Raytheon UK pro-actively encourages diversity of ideas, thoughts, and networking opportunities and has created Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including Raytheon Women's Network, YesNet (Young Employees Success Network), Raytheon Reservist Network (RaRe), Raytheon Alliance for Diverse Abilities (RADA) and all work together with our Diversity & Inclusion council. All Raytheon employees are welcome to participate regardless of their background. As a proud contributor to the HM Armed Forces, Raytheon UK signed the HM Armed Forces covenant in 2014. Due to the varied activities and support to our Armed Forces & Reservists, Raytheon UK has since been awarded the prestigious Covenant 'Gold Award' Employee Recognition. Raytheon UK recognises that our people are the critical factor in our success, and we strive to provide challenging and rewarding careers. Raytheon Application Process To apply visit the link to the website http://jobs.raytheon.com/united-kingdom/search/ and search for Req ID: 155820BR. Please complete the on-line instructions to create a profile and upload CV. Please also view the Raytheon video: http://www.raytheon.com/ourcompany/ourculture/ 155820 Relocation Eligible Yes Clearance Type BC Expertise Manufacturing Type Of Job Full Time Work Location United Kingdom - Glenrothes