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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented NPI Engineer to join our engineering team. The NPI (New Product Introduction) Engineer plays a critical role in bridging the gap between product design and manufacturing. This position is responsible for ensuring that new products are introduced into production smoothly, efficiently, and with the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, manufacturing processes, and project management.
As an NPI Engineer, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, design, quality, supply chain, and production to ensure that all aspects of the product development lifecycle are aligned with manufacturing capabilities. You will be responsible for developing and implementing manufacturing processes, creating documentation, conducting design for manufacturability (DFM) reviews, and leading pilot builds. Your goal is to ensure that new products meet performance, cost, and schedule targets while maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Key responsibilities include evaluating product designs for manufacturability, identifying potential production issues early in the development cycle, and working with suppliers and internal teams to resolve them. You will also be responsible for creating and maintaining process documentation such as work instructions, process flow diagrams, and control plans. Additionally, you will support the transition of products from prototype to full-scale production, ensuring that all necessary tooling, equipment, and training are in place.
The successful candidate will have excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication abilities, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and quality systems is highly desirable. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge products and make a significant impact on the success of product launches.
If you are passionate about engineering, innovation, and bringing new products to life, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Responsibilities
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- Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure manufacturability
- Conduct design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) reviews
- Develop and document manufacturing processes and work instructions
- Coordinate pilot builds and analyze results for process improvements
- Identify and mitigate production risks early in the development cycle
- Work with suppliers to ensure component readiness and quality
- Support tooling and equipment selection and validation
- Ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing processes
Requirements
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- 3+ years of experience in NPI or manufacturing engineering
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and quality systems
- Experience with DFM/DFA principles and tools
- Proficiency in CAD software and engineering documentation
- Excellent project management and organizational skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you have experience leading NPI projects?
- Can you describe a time you improved a manufacturing process?
- What tools do you use for DFM/DFA analysis?
- How do you ensure quality during product introduction?
- Have you worked with cross-functional teams before?
- What is your experience with pilot builds and process validation?
- How do you handle production issues during ramp-up?
- Are you familiar with lean manufacturing principles?
- What CAD tools are you proficient in?
- How do you manage documentation for new processes?
