NPI / Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Morgan Advanced Materials; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Morgan Advanced Materials in California is seeking an NPI / Manufacturing Engineering Technician for an 18-month, hands-on assignment on the manufacturing floor. You will translate drawings and engineering direction into repeatable production processes and support the responsible engineer.

Responsibilities include supporting product transfer, process qualification, tooling development and ramping to production, with close collaboration across Engineering, Quality, Operations and Metrology.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in manufacturing or engineering technology
• 3+ years in industrial manufacturing or NPI/transfer environments
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment
• Ability to read drawings and technical procedures

Responsibilities

• Support NPI and transfer activities across Engineering, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain and Metrology
• Execute development, transfer, first-article and qualification builds under engineering direction
• Set up and prove out manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, fixtures, workholding, materials and production methods
• Run manufacturing trials, collect process data, document results and troubleshoot equipment, dimensional, yield and process issues
• Maintain and transfer documentation and ERP data

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in manufacturing or engineering technology

Tools

ERP

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets.

We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them.

The Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer-specific technical challenges.

Key Figures:Revenue £1,100.7m (2024), ~8,000 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.

About the Role

The NPI / Manufacturing Engineering Technician is a hands‑on technical role supporting Engineering, Quality and Operations with the industrialization, transfer, qualification, launch and stabilization of new and transferred products. Working primarily on the manufacturing floor, this position helps turn drawings, process requirements and engineering direction into capable, repeatable production processes while supporting the responsible engineer. This position is expected to be an 18-month limited-term assignment, based on current business needs.

What You'll Do

• Support new product introduction and product transfer activities across Engineering, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain and Metrology.
• Execute development, transfer, first‑article and qualification builds under engineering direction.
• Set up and prove out manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, fixtures, workholding, materials and production methods.
• Run manufacturing trials, collect process data, document results and troubleshoot equipment, dimensional, yield and process issues.
• Support tooling and fixture development, modification, setup and validation to improve manufacturability and repeatability.
• Work with Quality and Metrology on inspection methods, FAI, qualification documentation, CMM/fixture requirements, control plans and related records.
• Support equipment and process transfers, installation, commissioning, work‑center readiness and production launch activities.
• Work directly with operators and supervisors to establish standard work, provide hands‑on training and transfer qualified processes into production.
• Maintain NPI and transfer documentation, including routings, work instructions, qualification records, process parameters and ERP manufacturing data.
• Remain engaged through production ramp and stabilization, supporting early issues involving yield, quality, delivery, equipment and process repeatability.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• Associate degree, technical certificate, apprenticeship or equivalent practical experience in manufacturing, machining, engineering technology or a related field is preferred.
• Three or more years of hands‑on experience in industrial manufacturing, machining, process development, equipment setup, NPI, product transfer or a related technical environment is preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to set up, operate, troubleshoot and improve manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, routings, work instructions, inspection requirements and technical procedures.
• Strong practical problem‑solving, troubleshooting, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Computer proficiency is required; ERP, SolidWorks, AutoCAD or similar technical software experience is a plus.
• Precision manufacturing and/or machining experience is preferred; ceramics manufacturing experience is a plus.

Why Join Morgan?

• Medical, dental and vision coverage beginning on the first day of regular full‑time employment.
• 401(k), vacation, holiday and sick time.
• Life insurance, disability coverage and Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for training and advancement.
• Eligibility for the applicable quarterly bonus plan for hourly employees.

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of the pre‑employment physical, drug/alcohol testing and criminal background investigation is required following an offer of employment.
• This position requires access to information subject to ITAR, EAR and NRC requirements. Applicants must be U.S. persons as defined by 22 CFR 120.15.
• Morgan Advanced Materials celebrates diversity at all levels of our organization and is an EEO/AA/M/W/D/V Employer.

Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 40 hours per week; overtime and holidays as business needs require

Employment Type: Full‑Time, Non‑Exempt / Hourly

Pay Range: $33.00–$39.00 per hour, depending on experience

This position is expected to be an 18-month limited-term assignment, based on current business needs.

Morgan Advanced Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Ind-1