NPI Engineer – Holt Area

The Pivot Group Careers; United States; On-site; USD 79,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Holt, MI is seeking an experienced NPI Engineer to drive new product introductions from prototype through production launch. This on-site role offers a salary range of $79,000 to $119,000 depending on experience, with opportunities to collaborate across manufacturing teams in Michigan.

Ideal candidates will have a BS in engineering, strong root cause analysis and Lean/Six Sigma capabilities, and experience with CAD, BOM reading, and process validation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering or related technical field.
• Experience with new product introduction or manufacturing launches.
• Ability to read drawings, specifications, and BOM.
• Strong written and verbal communication across teams.
• Experience with process validation and root cause tools.

Responsibilities

• Run root cause analysis on defects during ramp.
• Support first builds and handoff to volume.
• Report project status, risks, and readiness to management.
• Lead NPI projects from prototype to production launch.
• 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.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Python

Design for Manufacturing

Process validation

Read drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD software

Fixture design

Job description

Job Description:

NPI Engineer | Holt, MI

Salary Range: $79,000 – $119,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling as a npi engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Holt area seeking experienced NPI Engineers to drive results.

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 Holt in Ingham County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Holt 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

• 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.
• 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.

Recommended Qualifications

• Hands on experience with production equipment and assembly processes.
• Bachelor degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• 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.

Bonus Qualifications

• Background in a high volume or precision manufacturing setting.
• 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.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

Required Skills:

Resume Offers Support Lean Manufacturing Development Root Cause Analysis Six Sigma ROOT Analysis Salary Hiring Partnerships Corrective Actions Electrical Engineering Recruiting Compensation Product Development Metrics R Manufacturing Automation Preparation Software Documentation Design Engineering Python

Salary Package:

$ 79,000.00 – 119,000.00 (US Dollar)