New Product Development Engineer (NPD)

Your New Company

As a New Product Development Engineer (NPD), you will be joining a company based in County Tyrone, renowned for creating the world's toughest recycling equipment, while working on bespoke equipment in global projects across various plants that process a multitude of waste streams including construction and demolition waste, commercial and industrial waste, dry mixed recyclables, municipal solid waste, and compost. Your new company values creativity, collaboration, and a passion for engineering, and they are committed to continuous improvement and excellence.

Your New Role

As a New Product Development Engineer (NPD), you will play a key role in designing and developing products that meet evolving customer needs. Reporting to the Lead NPD Engineer, you will be responsible for:

1. Designing and developing new products and modifications to existing products
2. Creating detailed models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation using CAD software
3. Conducting feasibility studies, simulations, and testing
4. Identifying opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement
5. Troubleshooting design challenges
6. Researching new materials and technologies
7. Supporting the delivery of NPD projects within set timelines and budgets
8. Managing design revisions
9. Assisting in prototype development and testing
10. Ensuring all designs meet industry regulations and safety standards
11. Supporting continuous improvement initiatives

What You Will Need to Succeed

To succeed in this role, you need:

1. Proficiency in 3D modelling and CAD
2. Experience taking products from concept to final design
3. Knowledge of hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems

Essential skills include teamwork, problem-solving, project management, and the ability to meet deadlines. Experience in Recycling or Heavy Plant Industry systems is desirable.

What You Will Get in Return

In return, we offer an attractive salary (negotiable depending on experience), access to the company pension scheme, private medical insurance (after 12 months), service rewards, on-and off-the-job training depending on skills and qualifications, and the opportunity to work in a wide range of industries. The job is full-time (40 hours per week) with some degree of flexible working hours: Monday – Thursday 8-5, Friday 8-2. You will also benefit from individual annual reviews, annual pay rises in line with company growth, market benchmark salary reviews, 30 days annual leave (10 of which are floating), flexitime, hybrid work options for occasional days, and involvement in our charity partner initiatives.