NPI Operations Engineer Manager

Hypertherm; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-Sharing

Employee Stock Ownership

Community Service Time

Job summary

Hypertherm Associates is seeking a Manager, NPI Operations Engineering in Kent, WA, to lead manufacturing readiness for new products and engineering changes. You will ensure robust processes and readiness across systems, tooling, and suppliers for successful launches.

You will collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations to drive scalable, safe and cost-effective production, including leading a small team and cross-functional launch activities with a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 6+ years in high‑mix, low‑volume manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of NPI, manufacturing readiness, engineering change management, BOMs and process flows.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, DFMEA/PFMEA, control plans, process validation and PLM/ERP/MRP/MES systems.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing readiness for new products, engineering changes, and product lifecycle transitions.
• Ensure accurate manufacturing systems, documentation, materials, tooling, and supplier readiness to support launches.
• Partner with engineering and quality teams to develop manufacturable processes focused on safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Lead production validation activities, including APQP, PPAP, process capability, and launch quality planning.
• Lead and develop a small team responsible for new product introductions and engineering change implementation.
• Drive cross-functional launch execution, issue resolution, training, and transition to stable production with a 'non-event launch' mindset.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelors degree in engineering / manufacturing / industrial engineering

Tools

PLM (ARAS)

ERP

MRP

MES

Job description

Manager, NPI Operations EngineeringHypertherm Associates is searching for a Manager, NPI Operations Engineering . In this highly collaborative leadership role, you'll drive manufacturing readiness for new products and engineering changes, ensuring smooth launches and scalable production processes. Working across multiple teams, you'll help deliver industry-leading cutting solutions with a focus on safety, quality, delivery, and operational excellence.As the Manager, NPI Operations Engineering, you will:Lead manufacturing readiness for new products, engineering changes, and product lifecycle transitions.Ensure accurate manufacturing systems, documentation, materials, tooling, and supplier readiness to support successful launches.Partner with engineering and quality teams to develop scalable, manufacturable processes that optimize safety, quality, delivery, and cost.Lead production validation activities, including APQP, PPAP, process capability, and launch quality planning.Lead and develop a small team responsible for new product introductions and engineering change implementation.Drive cross-functional launch execution, issue resolution, training, and transition to stable production with a "non-event launch" mindset.Who you are and the experience you bring:Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, industrial engineering, or a related technical field with 6+ years of experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing supporting NPI, production launch, process development, and engineering changesStrong knowledge of NPI, manufacturing readiness, engineering change management, BOMs, process flows, standard work, and work instructionsWorking knowledge of APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, control plans, process validation, PLM, ERP, MRP, and MES systemsAbility to lead cross-functional work across engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, and production teamsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills using A3, 8D, root cause analysis, MSA, Gage R&R, SPC, and capability analysisPreferred experience that differentiates you:Experience with pilot, pre-production, and launch buildsExperience qualifying tooling, fixtures, equipment, and supplier readinessHands-on experience supporting launch ramp, Lean manufacturing, and APQP/PPAP executionSix Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferredStrong Exposure to PLM environments like ARAS or similarLocation: Onsite, Kent, WA (Relocation assistance available)Besides our incredible culture, some of the benefits you can expect with a career at Hypertherm:Global, 100% employee-owned company for over 50 yearsProfit-SharingEmployee Stock OwnershipFive days/year Community Service TimeStrong commitment to Environmental StewardshipStable, growing organization with a no-layoff philosophySponsorship of new applicants for employment authorization, or any other immigration-related support, is not available for this position at this time.#LI-MJ1Hypertherm Associates is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome all applications. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.At Hypertherm Associates, we are committed to building an inclusive diverse, flexible, and collaborative environment . If our mission resonates with you, but you don’t meet all posted requirements, we encourage you to still apply. We will evaluate your application materials and may suggest alternative roles that better leverage your strengths and talents. For positions with multiple levels, we will evaluate your prior experience to determine the level within our organization you are best aligned based upon the job applying.CURRENT ASSOCIATES OR TEMPORARY ASSOCIATES: Please apply via your internal Workday career account.$103,329.00-$172,215.00 AnnualThis is the base pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire.Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors.