Box Build Engineering Manager: End-to-End NPI Leader

BizLink Group; California; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

BizLink is seeking a Box Build Engineering Manager to direct end-to-end assembly, integration, and testing operations. You will lead a high-performing engineering team, drive NPI execution, manage supplier technical engagements, and innovate processes to optimize cost and quality.

This role requires hands-on leadership in box build, electrical and functional testing, strong program management, and the ability to deliver on tight deadlines in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of system integration and metal box build assembly experience.
• Solid experience in box build, electrical, and functional testing of equipment and procedures.
• Strong proficiency in Program Management is required.
• Experience with high-mix, low-volume production environments.
• Ability to be a self-starter and prioritize workload based on customers’ needs.
• Must be proactive with forward-thinking and contingency planning.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to excel in a cross-functional environment and maintain attention to detail.
• Hands-on technical leadership with electrical and mechanical engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end box-build manufacturing, including assembly, integration, testing, and shipment.
• Lead and develop a high-performing engineering team; set technical direction, priorities, and execution plans to deliver on schedule, cost, and quality.
• Identify and address technical risks, system bottlenecks, and process inefficiencies that impact team productivity and outcomes.
• Innovate processes to reduce production costs without compromising quality or reliability.
• Participate in project due diligence with a cross-functional team.
• Present design plan sets to customers and internal teams in project meetings.
• Manage supplier technical engagement for precision parts and subassemblies, including vendor selection, qualification, and issue resolution.
• Support the in-house NPI team to deliver products on time and close issues.
• Track, publish, and review program KPIs and escalate risks proactively.

Skills

System integration

Box build assembly

Electrical testing

Program management

High-mix low-volume

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Proactive planning

Communication

Self-starting

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

BizLink is seeking a Box Build Engineering Manager to direct end-to-end assembly, integration, and testing operations. You will lead a high-performing engineering team, drive NPI execution, manage supplier technical engagements, and innovate processes to optimize cost and quality.

This role requires hands-on leadership in box build, electrical and functional testing, strong program management, and the ability to deliver on tight deadlines in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.