Description:The New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer is responsible for bringing a product from quote, to process development, and then into production manufacturing. In order to achieve this goal, the NPI Engineer will interact with engineering and manufacturing teams through the life cycle of the product. The NPI Engineer will also work with the sales and customer teams to improve designs and processes. The NPI Engineer will coordinate the development of a lean manufacturing process and standard operating procedures within the engineering department.
Responsible for assigned product/process development through the early phases of the product life cycle
Collaborate with the customer and provide manufacturability feedback
Coordinate NPI functions within the engineering department and a cross-functional team
Develop key process variables for machining and secondary operational processes
Develop process BOO/BOM structures within the ERP system
Assist with the creation of NPI control plan, PFMEA, qualification, and GR&R activities
Responsible for the first run manufacturing process and key process output variable success
Design, document, and improve developed processes, procedures, and work instructions
Create and execute engineering tests
Assist in the development of CNC toolpath design and CNC programming methodology
Design tools, fixtures, and part work-holding
Assist with all costing and quoting functions
Additional Skills & Qualifications:Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 5 years of experience in an applicable field
Experience with CAD software
Proficient PC skills in a Windows environment, especially Word and Excel
Experience working within an ISO 13485 environment
Strong cross-departmental knowledge and coordination skills
Proficient in multi-tasking between several development activities
Ability to travel between sites as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in the design and selection of fixturing and tooling for complex parts
Experience in a precision machine shop environment
LEAN / Six Sigma training and demonstrated application
Experience with CAM software; swiss or milling
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
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Full-time