Npi Engineer

Corning; Reynosa; On-site; MXN 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Corning is seeking an NPI Engineer II in Reynosa to lead new product introductions and coordinate transitions from development to manufacturing. You will work with Product Development, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure readiness, qualification, and successful release of products to production.

You will analyze data, create manufacturing documentation, and drive process qualifications while focusing on quality, cost, and performance targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of NPI, product or manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience supporting product launches or tech transfers.
• Strong knowledge of SPC/MSA and other statistical tools.
• Experience with Minitab or equivalent.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Advanced English proficiency (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Lead NPI projects and transfers from concept to production release.
• Translate requirements into manufacturing processes and controls.
• Plan and execute product/process qualifications and analyze data.
• Create and maintain manufacturing docs: work instructions, specs.
• Coordinate tooling, fixtures, test equipment, and training.
• Lead root-cause investigations using structured problem solving.
• Manage deliverables, timelines, risks, and stakeholder communications.
• Collaborate with suppliers, development, manufacturing, and QA.
• Drive Lean/Six Sigma DMAIC to improve safety, quality, cost.
• Promote compliance and documentation discipline across launches.

Skills

Project management

Statistical analysis

English proficiency

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Minitab

CAD: SolidWorks/Creo/AutoCAD/CATIA

Job description

Requisition Number: 77963

Role Purpose

Ready to launch innovative products and make a direct impact on manufacturing success?

Join a global leader in innovation and help bring new technologies from concept to production. If you enjoy leading cross-functional projects, solving complex technical challenges, and driving successful product launches in a manufacturing environment, this opportunity is for you.

What is your role?

As an NPI Engineer II, you will lead new product introduction initiatives and support the transition of products from development to manufacturing. You will work closely with Product Development, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure products are successfully launched, qualified, and released to production while meeting quality, cost, and performance expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) projects and product transfers from concept through production release, ensuring manufacturing readiness, successful qualification, and production stabilization.
• Translate product requirements into manufacturing processes, acceptance criteria, and production controls while supporting design-for-manufacturability and scalability initiatives.
• Plan and execute product and process qualifications, analyze data using statistical methods, and provide technical recommendations to support launch decisions and product changes.
• Develop, maintain, and control manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, specifications, control plans, technical reports, and change management records.
• Coordinate tooling, fixtures, test equipment, automation, and training activities required for successful product introduction and implementation.
• Lead and support root cause investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies and statistical tools to improve quality, yield, reliability, and manufacturing performance.
• Manage project deliverables, timelines, risks, and stakeholder communications while providing technical leadership throughout the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with suppliers, development teams, manufacturing, and quality organizations to ensure technical requirements, readiness activities, and project objectives are achieved.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, cost, capacity, lead time, and manufacturability through Lean, Six Sigma, and DMAIC methodologies.
• Promote compliance, standardization, documentation discipline, knowledge sharing, and safe manufacturing practices across product launches and ongoing operations.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Industrial, Manufacturing, Materials, Optical, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in New Product Introduction, Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, or similar roles.
• Experience supporting product launches, technology transfers, or manufacturing implementation projects.
• Strong knowledge of statistical tools and methodologies such as SPC, MSA, process capability studies, and root cause analysis.
• Experience using Minitab or equivalent statistical analysis software.
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Advanced English proficiency (written and verbal).

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Experience with DOE, FMEA, Lean Manufacturing, and Design for Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience in telecommunications, optical connectivity, or high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of CAD systems such as SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD, or CATIA.

What do we offer?

• Competitive compensation and benefits package above market standards.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Exposure to innovative technologies and global projects.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Career growth opportunities within a world-class organization.
• Equal opportunity employer.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at [e-mail].