NPI & Technical Development Engineer

Element Six (E6), is a global leader in the design, development and production of synthetic diamond and tungsten carbide supermaterials. Part of the De Beers Group, our primary manufacturing sites are located in UK, Ireland, Germany, South Africa and the US.

Our mission

We put our customers first. Using our technological expertise and industrial leadership we deliver innovative solutions to achieve competitive advantage.

Our vision

With access to the most sophisticated R&D technology and the best minds in the business, the future is full of possibilities…

Employment Equity & Inclusion and Diversity

We are committed to fostering a vibrant workplace culture that is inclusive and embraces our diversity, where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential, and thrive.

You can find out more about who we are and what we do on our website:

e6.com/en/about/corporate-information

Job overview

• Element Six would like to recruit for the position of NPI & Technical Development Engineer.
• As part of the Engineering team, the primary role of the successful candidate will be to support the sourcing, evaluation and implementation of new technology that will deliver cost, capacity and capability improvements.
• The role will also include the development of processes to manufacture new Products
• This role is a technical role, requiring attention to detail, as well as project management and problem solving through data analysis using good engineering & scientific methods.

Duties and tasks

• Primary role is to support the implementation of new technology that can be utilized to re-engineer manufacturing processes to deliver cost reduction as well as new and improved capability
• The role involves working closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance & External Suppliers
• Ensure Safety is number one priority in all work carried out.
• Responsible to evaluate potential new technology and support the introduction and handover to Production
• Commissioning and optimization of new equipment & processes
• Develop efficient, robust & repeatable manufacturing processes
• Develop new process capability to support improved new product offerings.
• Follow through on action logs, project milestones and presentations.

• 3+ years of Engineering experience
• Appropriate Engineering qualification. NFQ Level 8 or higher.
• Experience in Manufacturing and Project Management advantageous
• Experience with Equipment sourcing & implementation and/or Process Improvement Activity.
• Some experience in Six Sigma and lean systems is an advantage.
• Examines data to understand issues, draw conclusions, and solve problems.
• Excellent communication, people and team working skills.
• A team player with a can do, pro-active attitude and a passion for improvement.
• Good understanding of health & safety standards as well as quality standards.
• Proficiency in MS Office software.