NPI Programme Manager - Engineering & New Product Introduction

📍 Location: Stafford
💷 Rate: £46.61 per hour / £348.57 p/day (inside IR35)
📅 Duration: 12 months, with likely extension
⏰ Hours: Monday - Thursday, 8:00am-4:30pm | Friday, 8:00am-1:00pm

Lead the next generation of engine technology.

We're looking for an experienced NPI Programme Manager to lead multiple New Product Introduction programmes for a globally recognised engineering and manufacturing business.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of exciting new product launches, lead high-performing, cross-functional teams and help bring innovative engine technologies from development through to production.

You'll manage multiple programmes simultaneously, working closely with engineering, operations and wider business stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and against key quality and performance targets.

🔧 What you'll be doing

• Lead 2-4 large-scale NPI programmes, driving delivery from development through to production launch.

• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, resources, budgets and key programme milestones.

• Coordinate cross-functional teams to resolve issues, manage risks and keep programmes on track.

• Lead stakeholder updates, programme governance meetings and formal Gateway reviews.

• Oversee pilot builds, field follow-up and the transition into first production.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities, drive continuous improvement and report progress to senior management.

• Build strong relationships across engineering, operations and other business functions, providing guidance and support to project team members.

🎯 What we're looking for

• A degree or equivalent project management experience, with 10+ years in design, development, engineering or operations.

• At least 5 years' experience leading cross-functional teams.

• Strong engineering project management and stakeholder management skills.

• Experience working in automotive engine manufacturing, aerospace or general mechanical engineering/manufacturing.

• The ability to manage complex programmes, solve problems quickly and work independently.

• Strong communication, organisation and planning skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel and PowerPoint.

Desirable: Experience with engine products, electric power applications or new product introduction within an engineering-led manufacturing environment.

🌟 Why consider this opportunity?

• Take ownership of multiple high-profile product introduction programmes.

• Work with global, cross-functional engineering teams.

• Play a key role in bringing new technologies and products to market.

• Join an established programme team with opportunities to make a tangible business impact.

• Secure a 12-month contract with the potential for extension.

✉️ Interested? Get in touch to discuss the role and next steps.