NPI Engineer - East Lansing Area

the-pivot-group-careers; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 81,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in East Lansing, MI is seeking an NPI Engineer to lead new product introductions from concept to mass production. You will guide cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability, quality, and timely launches.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering and have 3+ years of NPI experience in manufacturing, with strong schematic reading and test development skills. This is an on-site role in East Lansing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of NPI experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to read schematics and datasheets.
• Experience with PCBA bring-up, debugging, and test development.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, QA, and process control.
• Strong problem-solving in fast-paced cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams for NPI from concept to mass production.
• Define and optimize processes for new products to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Collaborate with design engineers for manufacturability and testability.
• Develop production control plans and process documentation.
• Conduct root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Manage pilot builds and ramp-up, tracking KPIs.
• Select and integrate new equipment and tooling for NPI.

Skills

NPI experience

Schematics reading

Datasheets interpretation

Test development

Manufacturing processes

Quality control

Problem-solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

Windchill

Teamcenter

Python

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

MES

Job description

NPI Engineer | East Lansing, MI

Salary Range:

$81,000 - $121,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in East Lansing seeking NPI Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. 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.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across East Lansing seeking NPI Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams for new product introduction from concept to mass production.
• Define and optimize manufacturing processes for new products to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Collaborate with design engineers to ensure manufacturability and testability of new products.
• Develop and implement production control plans and process documentation for NPI.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for NPI-related manufacturing issues.
• Manage pilot builds and ramp-up activities, monitoring key performance indicators.
• Select, validate, and integrate new equipment and tooling required for NPI.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to read and interpret schematics, datasheets, and technical documentation.
• Experience with PCBA bring-up, debugging, and test development.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, test methodologies, and quality control procedures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with PLM systems (e.g., Windchill, Teamcenter).
• Familiarity with Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Proficiency in a scripting language (e.g., Python) for automation.
• CAD software experience (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Knowledge of manufacturing execution systems (MES).

Job Titles That Should Apply

New Product Introduction Engineer, NPI Engineer, Manufacturing Launch Engineer, Product Launch Engineer, Process Development Engineer, Manufacturing Development Engineer, Production Readiness Engineer, Design Transfer Engineer, Product Industrialization Engineer, Manufacturing Introduction Engineer

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.