NPI Engineer

XTEND; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

XTEND in Tampa is seeking an NPI Engineer to act as a technical bridge between R&D and mass production. In this role, you will ensure engineering designs are scalable and high-quality, lead NPI activities, and manage vendor relationships.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Engineering and 3–5 years’ experience in NPI. Strong skills in electronics manufacturing and systemic root-cause analysis are essential. Join us to drive innovative product efficiency!

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in engineering/NPI roles supporting multidisciplinary products.
• Strong hands-on experience with PCBAs and complex integrated systems.
• High proficiency reading schematics, CAD models, and complex engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary technical liaison between engineering and production teams.
• Lead NPI activities from prototype phase through mass production.
• Define Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) features and manage First Article Inspection (FAI) reports.

Skills

Electronics manufacturing

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Communication skills (English)

Vendor management

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Visio

OrCAD

Priority ERP

Arena PLM

Job description

NPI Engineer

• Operations
• Tampa, FL

Description

As an NPI Engineer at XTEND Tampa, you will serve as the critical technical bridge between R&D and mass production. In an ecosystem that includes a Configuration Manager (focused on PLM/ECO) and a Production Engineer (focused on assembly and jigs), your role is to ensure that engineering designs are mature, high-quality, and scalable.

You will focus on hardware optimization, technical vendor management (EMS), and leading complex Transfer to Production (TTP) processes.

MBOM/ FCC- Technical evaluation of components

Main Responsibilities

• Engineering Focal Point.
• Act as the primary technical liaison between engineering and production teams, leading Design Reviews for DFM (Manufacturing), DFA (Assembly), and DFT (Testing).
• Transfer to Production (TTP).
• Lead NPI activities from prototype phase through mass production, ensuring smooth transition and preventing technical bottlenecks.
• Quality & Yield Management.
• Define Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) features, manage First Article Inspection (FAI) reports, and perform deep-dive Failure Analysis (RCA) on hardware components.
• Technical Interface.
• Maintain continuous technical communication with Contract Manufacturers (EMS) and strategic suppliers, both locally and globally.
• Content Integrity.
• Responsible for technical accuracy of product files, BOMs, and specifications before implementation into the PLM system by the Configuration Manager.
• Production Support (MBOM).
• Support production line bring-up, manage Alpha/Beta builds, and analyze production yields to ensure continuity and scalability.

Requirements

• Education - BS in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 3–5 years of experience in engineering/NPI roles supporting multidisciplinary products (hardware, mechanical, and software).
• Technical Skills - Strong hands‑on experience with electronics manufacturing including PCBAs and complex integrated systems.
• Engineering Proficiency - High proficiency reading schematics, CAD models, and complex engineering drawings.
• Vendor Management - Experience managing turnkey projects and technical communication with EMS providers.
• Analytical Thinking - Ability to perform systematic root‑cause analysis for hardware failures.
• Excellent teamwork and English communication skills for global vendor interface.
• Self‑motivated and capable of operating in a fast‑paced startup environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SolidWorks / Visio /OrCAD.
• Familiarity with Priority ERP.
• Experience with Arena PLM.
• Background in drones, robotics, or aerospace systems.