Global NPI Manufacturing Systems Engineer

Fortive; Wrocław; On-site; PLN 320,512 - 433,635; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus or equity participation

Job summary

Fortive is seeking a Global NPI Manufacturing Systems Engineer to support new product introductions and ensure robust manufacturing systems are in place. This role involves collaboration with global teams and requires strong technical skills, along with a minimum of 5 years experience in manufacturing engineering roles. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in relevant engineering fields and have fluent English communication abilities, as well as a willingness to travel internationally.

This position offers a hybrid work model with opportunities for bonuses or equity as part of the total compensation package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Manufacturing Engineering or NPI environments.
• Strong experience leading DFMEA and PFMEA activities.
• Proven experience supporting new product industrialisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing engineering activities for new product introductions.
• Drive DFM/DFA reviews with engineering teams.
• Define manufacturing strategies and process architectures.

Skills

DFM/DFA principles

Manufacturing risk reduction methodologies

Problem-solving and analytical capability

Fluent English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or related field

Tools

CAD systems (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks, Inventor)

Job description

Global NPI Manufacturing Systems Engineer

Location: Poland (Hybrid)
Travel: International travel required (approximately 15–25%)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Global NPI Manufacturing Systems Engineer to support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities across our international manufacturing operations. This role focuses on the industrialisation of new products and the development of robust manufacturing systems capable of supporting world‑class quality, delivery, and productivity performance from launch. The successful candidate will work closely with global Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure new products are designed for manufacture, assembly, testability, scalability, and operational excellence. This is a collaborative, international role requiring strong technical capability, structured problem‑solving skills, and fluent English communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing engineering activities for new product introductions from concept through to production launch.
• Drive Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFM/DFA), DFMEA, and PFMEA reviews with engineering teams to ensure manufacturable and scalable product designs.
• Define manufacturing strategies, process architectures, assembly methodologies, and production system concepts for new products.
• Support prototype, EVT/DVT/PVT, pilot, and production launch activities across global manufacturing sites.
• Lead and facilitate DFMEA and PFMEA activities to identify and mitigate manufacturing and product risks early in the development cycle.
• Develop robust process controls, validation strategies, and mistake‑proofing solutions (poka‑yoke).
• Support process qualification and validation activities to ensure manufacturing readiness and repeatability.
• Ensure lessons learned and best practices are incorporated into future product and process designs.
• Define production layouts, workstation concepts, tooling requirements, fixtures, test equipment, and manufacturing process flows.
• Develop manufacturing documentation including:
  • Process flows
  • Standard operating procedures
  • Visual work instructions
  • Control plans
  • Routings and BOM structures
• Support automation and semi‑automation concepts where appropriate to improve scalability and operational robustness.
• Collaborate closely with Design Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Sourcing, and Operations teams across multiple international locations.
• Support manufacturing transfer and launch readiness activities globally.
• Provide technical leadership during pilot builds and early production phases.
• Travel internationally to support manufacturing implementation, supplier engagement, and launch activities.

Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrialisation, or NPI environments.
• Strong experience leading or facilitating DFMEA and PFMEA activities.
• Proven experience supporting new product industrialisation and production launch activities.
• Strong understanding of DFM/DFA principles and manufacturing risk reduction methodologies.
• Experience with manufacturing process development, validation, and documentation.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical capability using structured methodologies.
• Fluent English communication skills—written and verbal—are essential.
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally.

Preferred

• Experience in electromechanical, instrumentation, or electronics manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with Lean product launch methodologies and APQP principles.
• Experience with CAD systems such as Creo, SolidWorks, or Inventor.
• Understanding of automation, fixtures, test systems, and manufacturing technologies.
• Lean Six Sigma certification is advantageous.

Benefits

Bonus or equity: This position is also eligible for a bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at [e-mail].