NPI Engineer - Wayland Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Wayland Township (MI); On-site; USD 79,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan is seeking an experienced NPI Engineer to drive the transfer of new products from design to manufacturing in Wayland. You will collaborate with diverse teams to ensure smooth first runs and scalable processes.

You will work with R&D and manufacturing to optimize designs for manufacturability, develop robust processes for new products, and lead risk mitigation during the NPI phase.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 3+ years in NPI in manufacturing.
• Strong CAD skills for PCB design and layout.
• Experience with DFM, DFA, and ECO processes.
• Ability to troubleshoot and mitigate NPI manufacturing risks.

Responsibilities

• Drive transfer of new products from design to manufacturing.
• Collaborate with R&D and manufacturing to optimize designs for manufacturability.
• Develop and implement robust manufacturing processes for new products.
• Conduct process validation and qualification activities for new product introduction.
• Identify and mitigate manufacturing risks during NPI.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for NPI processes and tools.
• Support pilot production runs and initial ramp-up activities for new products.

Skills

NPI experience

Manufacturing

PCB design

CAD tools

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Tools

Altium Designer

Eagle

OrCAD

PLM systems

Job description

NPI Engineer | Wayland, MI

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

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in npi engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Wayland seeking skilled 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 Wayland 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

• Drive the successful transfer of new products from design to manufacturing.
• Collaborate with R&D and manufacturing teams to optimize product designs for manufacturability.
• Develop and implement robust manufacturing processes for new products.
• Conduct process validation and qualification activities for new product introduction.
• Identify and mitigate potential manufacturing risks during the NPI phase.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for NPI processes and tools.
• Support pilot production runs and initial ramp-up activities for new products.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years experience in NPI (New Product Introduction) within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Altium Designer, Eagle, OrCAD) for PCB design and layout.
• Experience with manufacturing processes, DFM (Design for Manufacturability), and DFA (Design for Assembly) principles.
• Familiarity with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems and engineering change order (ECO) processes.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues related to new product introduction.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with PLM systems (e.g., Windchill, Teamcenter).
• Familiarity with Six Sigma or Lean manufacturing principles.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, VBA) for data automation.
• Ability to read and interpret GD&T.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, CAPM).

Job Titles That Should Apply

New Product Introduction Engineer, NPI Engineer, Product Launch Engineer, Manufacturing Launch Engineer, Process Development Engineer, Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, Production Readiness Engineer, Product Industrialization Engineer, Manufacturing Introduction Engineer, New Product Manufacturing 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.