Manufacturing Engineering & NPI Manager

Rehlko; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 138,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

Rehlko is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering & NPI Manager to lead the development, optimization, and introduction of manufacturing processes for new products. You will oversee a team of engineers, align with R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations, and ensure on-time, cost-effective launches with required quality.

This onsite role is based in Mosel, WI, with relocation optional. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in industrial manufacturing, 3+ years in leadership, and NPI experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic, or Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of industrial manufacturing experience with engineered-to-order or complex products.
• 3+ years of leadership experience.
• NPI / new product introduction experience.
• Data-driven decision-making and continuous-improvement orientation.
• Ability to partner closely with operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of manufacturing and process engineers to achieve production readiness.
• Own process capability, efficiency, and stability across lines.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and related methods.
• Oversee equipment selection, installation, and validation.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Lead cross-functional NPI activities from concept to production release.
• Develop and manage NPI plans, including timelines and budgets.
• Collaborate with R&D/Design Engineering for manufacturability (DFM).
• Oversee prototypes, pilot runs, and ramp-up to production.
• Prepare complete process documentation before launch.

Skills

Manufacturing Leadership

NPI Experience

Lean Six Sigma

ERP/MES

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial Eng

Tools

Automation

Job description

Why Work at Rehlko

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource - energy - that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions - large and small - that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

What We Offer

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Work-life flexibility
• Recognition and rewards
• Development and career opportunities
• A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

The Manufacturing Engineering & NPI Manager leads the development, optimization, and implementation of manufacturing processes while driving successful introduction of new products into production. This role oversees a team of engineers, partners closely with R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations, and ensures that products launch on time, at cost, and at the required quality levels. The manager is accountable for production readiness, process capability, equipment strategy, and continuous improvement across the plant.

This role is fully onsite, Mon-Fri, based in Mosel, WI. Open to relocation.

Specific Responsibilities

Manufacturing Engineering Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of manufacturing and process engineers.
• Own manufacturing process capability, efficiency, and stability across all production lines.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.
• Oversee equipment selection, justification, installation, and validation.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards.

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Lead cross-functional NPI activities from concept through full production release.
• Develop and execute NPI project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Partner with R&D/Design Engineering to ensure manufacturability (DFM) and smooth handoff.
• Oversee prototype builds, pilot runs, and production ramp‑up.
• Ensure all process documentation (work instructions, PFMEA, control plans, routings) is complete and accurate before launch.
• Drive readiness reviews (e.g., Gate Reviews, PPAP, First Article, Validation Builds).

Process Development & Optimization

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes to improve throughput, yield, and cost.
• Lead root‑cause analysis and corrective actions for process issues.
• Implement automation, tooling, and technology improvements to enhance capability.
• Maintain accurate process parameters, routings, and standards in ERP/MES systems.
• Work closely with Operations to ensure production readiness and resolve daily issues.
• Partner with Supply Chain on supplier readiness, tooling, and long‑lead items for NPI.
• Collaborate with Quality on validation, capability studies, and compliance requirements.
• Support Finance with cost modeling, capital planning, and ROI analysis.

Project & Change Management

• Lead engineering change management (ECO/ECR) for manufacturing‑related updates.
• Manage capital projects from concept through commissioning.
• Track KPIs for NPI performance, process capability, and engineering productivity

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic, or Industrial Engineering, or a related technical engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of industrial manufacturing experience — engineered-to-order, customizable, or built-to-order products; complex industrial products or equipment manufacturing. A mix of high-volume and engineered-to-order is especially valuable. Direct generator/engine experience is not required.
• 3+ years of leadership experience.
• NPI / new product introduction experience.
• Data-driven decision-making; continuous-improvement orientation.
• Ability to partner closely with operations.
• Experience managing larger technical teams; ability to assess talent and align resources.
• Comfortable operating hands‑on initially, then transitioning to coaching and mentoring.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

The Salary range for this position is $138,350.00-$177,900.00.The specific Salary rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.

About Us

Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Rehlko's Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at http://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are.

In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!?

Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national, state, local, or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment, please contact [e-mail]. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Our Values

Curiosity - Seek, learn, share

Trust - Go farther together

Pace - Focus to go faster

Excellence - Find the win every day