NPI Engineer – Delta Township Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Delta Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Delta Township, MI is seeking an experienced NPI Engineer to drive new product introductions from prototype through production launch. This role focuses on coordination, documentation, and collaboration with design and quality teams to resolve production issues.

Candidates should have hands-on experience with production equipment, process validation, and the ability to read drawings and BOMs.

Qualifications

• Experience with new product introduction or manufacturing launches.
• Knowledge of process validation and root cause tools.
• Ability to read drawings, specifications, and bills of material.
• Strong written and verbal communication across teams.
• Hands-on experience with production equipment and assembly processes.
• Bachelor degree in engineering or a related technical field.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate builds and track issues through pilot and validation runs.
• Create and maintain manufacturing process documentation and work instructions.
• Work with design and quality teams to resolve production problems.
• Develop process flows, fixtures, and tooling for new assemblies.
• Run root cause analysis on defects found during ramp.
• Support production teams during first builds and handoff to volume.
• Report project status, risks, and readiness to management.
• Lead new product introduction projects from prototype through production launch.

Skills

NPI/Manufacturing launches

Process validation

Read drawings & BOMs

Cross-functional communication

Hands-on production equipment

Education

Bachelor degree in engineering or related field

Tools

CAD software

Fixture design

Job description

Job Description:

NPI Engineer | Delta Township, MI

Salary Range: $75,000 – $114,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling as a npi engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in the Delta Township area seeking experienced NPI Engineers to strengthen their teams.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers NPI Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Delta Township in Eaton County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Grand Ledge, Dimondale, and Portland.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Delta Township region seeking NPI Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates – not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Usual Responsibilities

• Coordinate builds and track issues through pilot and validation runs.
• Create and maintain manufacturing process documentation and work instructions.
• Work with design and quality teams to resolve production problems.
• Develop process flows, fixtures, and tooling for new assemblies.
• Run root cause analysis on defects found during ramp.
• Support production teams during first builds and handoff to volume.
• Report project status, risks, and readiness to management.
• Lead new product introduction projects from prototype through production launch.

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience supporting new product introduction or manufacturing launches.
• Working knowledge of process validation and root cause tools.
• Ability to read drawings, specifications, and bills of material.
• Strong written and verbal communication across teams.
• Hands on experience with production equipment and assembly processes.
• Bachelor degree in engineering or a related technical field.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods.
• Familiarity with quality systems in a regulated environment.
• Project management experience or certification.
• Experience with CAD software and fixture design.
• Background in a high volume or precision manufacturing setting.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Industrial Engineer, NPI Project Engineer, Launch Engineer, Manufacturing Project Engineer, Design for Manufacturing Engineer, New Product Introduction Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Production Engineer, Product Development Engineer

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

Salary Package

$ 75,000.00 – 114,000.00 (US Dollar)