NPI Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title: NPI Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Milpitas, CA (80%) & Santa Clara, CA (20%) Onsite

Duration: 12 Months

Employment Type: Contract (W2)

Job Summary

We are seeking an NPI Manufacturing Engineer to support new product introduction in a regulated manufacturing environment. The role involves developing, validating, and improving manufacturing and test processes for complex electromechanical products while working closely with Design, Quality, and Operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Support new product introduction and manufacturing process development.
• Perform process characterization, equipment qualification, and validation activities.
• Execute IQ/OQ/PQ, test method validation, DOE, and FMEA.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and test process issues and perform root cause investigations.
• Interpret engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
• Use electrical test equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes.
• Drive continuous improvement and support manufacturing process optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the product development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Biomedical Engineering, Robotics, Mathematics, or a related technical field.
• Experience with electromechanical systems and manufacturing process development.
• Hands-on experience with IQ/OQ/PQ, test method validation, DOE, and FMEA.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
• Experience using multimeters and oscilloscopes.

Nice to Have

• Medical device or other regulated manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of SPC, Lean, and Six Sigma.
• Familiarity with PLM, ERP, or MES systems.
• Python, automation, or scripting experience.

Pay Scale

Anticipated hourly pay range: 45/hr to $55/hr. (Depends on Experience)

Benefits

Employees hired into this position are eligible for the following benefits, subject to the applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements:

Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options are available through a third-party provider. Employees are responsible for paying the full cost of their insurance premiums.

Retirement Benefits: A 401(k) retirement savings plan is available. No employer matching or other employer contributions are provided.

Paid Time Off (PTO): No PTO other than that required by applicable state and local laws