NPD Engineer

FAAC Electronics Limited is an electronic manufacturing site, located in the Citywest Business Campus (Dublin 24). We are the main electronic supplier for all the Business Units of the Italian group FAAC Technologies, world leader in access automation, parking and access control, employing more than 3,900 employees worldwide across 5 continents and our 55 companies. Our 3 Business Units are:

ACCESS AUTOMATION (FAAC Simply Automatic) - automation for gates and barriers, entrances and automatic doors, motors for rolling shutters and screens, car parks
ACCESS CONTROL (Magnetic) - systems with innovative solutions for access control, for both barriers and pedestrian passages
PARKING TECHNOLOGY (Hub) - with intelligent and scalable solutions to control paid car parks

The NPDI (New Product Development Introduction) Engineer is responsible for coordinating and executing all technical and cross-functional activities necessary to successfully develop and introduce new products into production. This role ensures that new designs are manufacturable, cost-effective, meet quality standards and are delivered on time to market. The NPDI Engineer reports to the NPDI Manager and works with cross-functional teams across the organization.

At FAAC Technologies, working in Operations & Logistics means being part of a workplace where lean mindset, respect and collaboration are not just principles – they’re lived every day. In a dynamic and flexible environment you’ll experience genuine connections strengthened by shared informal moments. A great context for those who want to grow in their role authentically and consistently.

Individual Areas of Responsibilities

Support and coordinate product development activities, working closely with R&D, Engineering, Production, Planning & Logistics, and Quality to ensure a smooth transition from product concept to full-scale production
Oversee the transition from prototype to mass production, by conducting trial production run, addressing production issues, and ensuring full-scale production processes are stable and efficient
Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, and product specifications.
Prepare and update production documentation, including Work Instructions, Visual Aids, and Manufacturing & Control Plans
Coordinate with Procurement Team to ensure timely availability of components for prototypes and production ramp-up
Manage activities related to the introduction and implementation of Engineering Changes (ECs)
Responsible for collecting and updating cycle times during Trial and Pre-series phases, supporting process optimization and cost efficiency through the accurate definition and maintenance of standard times and workflows

Required Skills and Qualifications

Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and coordinate cross-functional efforts
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-oriented mind-set.
Proven ability to lead and collaborate in a cross-functional environment
Knowledge and experience in electronics manufacturing processes, acquired through education or practical experience
Good knowledge of time and methods analysis
Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles
Proficient in MS Office and CAD software
Experience with SAP is highly preferred
Minimum of 1 years of experience in a similar role
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Benefits

Competitive salary
24 days’ annual leave
Subsidised canteen
Medical insurance
Death in Service and Income Protection benefits
Long service awards
Christmas bonus

Apply on our “Work with us” page @careers.faacgroup.com

NPD Engineer

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