NPI Manufacturing Engineer: Process & Launch Lead

Lenovo; Whitsett (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lenovo in Whitsett, NC is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to lead design for manufacturability, develop new production processes, and collaborate across design, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams.

You will manage manufacturing process development, tooling, and test fixtures; work with contract manufacturers and suppliers on high-mix production; and prepare BOMs, control plans, and work instructions while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering or related field is required.
• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing, process development, or NPI.
• Solid understanding of machining, injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, and assembly.
• Experience with contract manufacturers and suppliers in high-mix, low-to-mid-volume environments.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo) and PLM systems (Agile, Windchill).
• Strong knowledge of DFM/DFA principles and ability to lead design reviews.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and root-cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA).
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with design, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure smooth product introductions.
• Manufacturing Process Development: Design, validate, and implement new manufacturing processes, tooling, and test fixtures.
• Supplier and Manufacturing Management: Collaborate with contract manufacturers and suppliers to develop and optimize parts and production processes.
• Documentation and Compliance: Prepare BOMs, control plans, and work instructions, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Risk Management: Conduct DFM reviews, evaluate risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement, analyze production metrics, and support manufacturing on the floor.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Master's degree in related engineering

Tools

CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo)

PLM tools (Agile, Windchill)

ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Statistical analysis tools (Minitab, JMP)

Job description

Lenovo in Whitsett, NC is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to lead design for manufacturability, develop new production processes, and collaborate across design, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams.

You will manage manufacturing process development, tooling, and test fixtures; work with contract manufacturers and suppliers on high-mix production; and prepare BOMs, control plans, and work instructions while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.