The NPI Engineer supports the transfer, introduction, and production readiness of systems at a manufacturing facility, serving as a key technical resource throughout product transfer and new product introduction activities. This role is responsible for product assembly, alignment, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, manufacturing process development, and ensuring products are successfully transitioned into repeatable production environments.
Client Details
This organization develops advanced imaging technologies used in highly regulated, precision-driven industries. The company offers a collaborative engineering environment focused on innovation, product excellence, and manufacturing scalability.
Description
- Supporting the assembly, integration, alignment, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting of systems and subassemblies.
- Serving as the primary technical engineering resource for transferred and newly introduced products.
- Coordinating prototype, pilot, qualification, and pre-production builds while supporting manufacturing readiness activities.
- Developing and validating manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, test methods, and production documentation.
- Capturing and transferring technical product knowledge, manufacturing practices, and troubleshooting methodologies across sites.
- Collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and operations teams to ensure successful product launches.
- Reviewing drawings, specifications, bills of material, interfaces, and test requirements to improve manufacturability and testability.
- Conducting root cause investigations, implementing corrective actions, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Supporting training and qualification activities for manufacturing personnel.
- Monitoring production readiness, yield, quality performance, and process repeatability throughout transfer and NPI programs.
Profile
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, Optics, Photonics or a related STEM discipline.
- Possessing 2-5 years of engineering experience within product development, manufacturing, NPI, or production environments.
- Demonstrating hands-on experience supporting assembly, integration, testing, or troubleshooting of complex electro-optical, imaging, or multidisciplinary systems.
- Understanding engineering drawings, technical specifications, Bills of Material, and test requirements.
- Applying Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
- Demonstrating strong analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills.
- Utilizing Microsoft Office applications and working effectively within cross-functional teams.
- Experience within optics, photonics, aerospace, defense, advanced manufacturing, imaging, or other highly regulated technical industries preferred.
Job Offer
- Competitive salary and potential for salary growth
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and vacation/sick leave
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
- A positive work environment that values collaboration and innovation
- Work-life balance and flexible scheduling options
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and resources
- Engaging and challenging projects that foster skill development
- Supportive and inclusive company culture
- Networking opportunities within the industry
- Potential for performance-based bonuses or incentives.
Interested? Apply today.
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