Hybrid NPI Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

Aguadilla (PR)

Hybrid

USD 80,000 - 110,000

Full time

44 hours ago

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Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise in Puerto Rico is seeking a Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer to lead the manufacturing development and productization of mechanical components for New Product Introduction programs, partnering with design, supply chain, and suppliers to deliver robust, cost-effective solutions.

The role emphasizes DFM/DFA, process optimization, and working with global partners to drive yields, quality, and cost.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
4 to 6 years of experience in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering, New Product Introduction, or Product Industrialization.
Hands-on experience with sheet metal fabrication, CNC machining, die casting, plastic injection molding, extrusion, and mechanical assembly processes.
Experience working directly with global suppliers, contract manufacturers, and ODM partners.
Strong understanding of DFM, DFA, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and manufacturing process development.
Proficiency with SolidWorks and standard business applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and root-cause problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Advanced English Level

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical manufacturing engineering activities for NPI programs from concept development through production ramp and sustaining support.
Partner with Mechanical Design Engineering to optimize designs for manufacturability, assembly efficiency, quality, reliability, and cost.
Develop, qualify, and optimize manufacturing processes for sheet metal, machining, die casting, plastic injection molding, extrusion, and mechanical assemblies.
Collaborate with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and ODM partners to establish robust, high-yield manufacturing processes utilizing mistake-proofing methodologies.
Drive DFM, DFA, tolerance analysis, tooling reviews, process capability assessments, and production readiness evaluations.
Identify and implement cost reduction and value engineering opportunities for both new and sustaining products.
Develop tooling strategies, qualification plans, and validation activities to support successful production launches.
Lead manufacturing issue resolution through root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
Support qualification and transfer of products, assemblies, and components between suppliers, fabrication sources, manufacturing sites, and contract manufacturers.
Perform supplier capability assessments and manufacturing audits in partnership with Supplier Quality Engineering.
Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement in quality, delivery, cost, and process capability.
Analyze manufacturing, quality, and field performance data to identify opportunities for yield improvement and defect reduction.
Coordinate with R&D, Quality, Test Engineering, Reliability Engineering, and Operations teams to resolve product and process issues.
Represent Manufacturing Engineering during design reviews, supplier reviews, and cross-functional product development meetings.