Product Engineer – NPI

Employee Magnets; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Employee Magnets in Fort Worth, Texas, is seeking a Product Engineer. This individual will support new product introduction activities from concept through mass production readiness, focusing on product launch execution and technical coordination.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering and 3-5 years of experience in an engineering position related to manufacturing or product launches.

Proficiency in English and strong communication skills are essential to interact with cross-functional teams effectively.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of engineering experience in NPI or product launch.
• Familiarity with engineering documentation and KPI tracking.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate NPI tasks, schedules, and deliverables.
• Support product launches with cross-functional teams.
• Prepare and maintain NPI documentation.
• Track customer-related NPI actions.
• Assist with audits and corrective actions.

Skills

Electronics manufacturing processes

PCBA/SMT concepts

Production workflows

Structured problem-solving

Root cause analysis

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Tools

Project Management fundamentals

Core Tools

VDA

Job description

The Product Engineer within the NPI MPM Department at Wistron is an individual contributor responsible for supporting new product introduction (NPI) activities from concept through mass production readiness. This role focuses on product launch execution, technical coordination, documentation, and process compliance, working closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure successful product transition into manufacturing.

The position emphasizes technical execution, data analysis, project coordination, and continuous improvement, without direct people‑management responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Support new product introduction (NPI) activities by coordinating assigned tasks, schedules, and deliverables.
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality, IE, PD, SQM, PSE, ATE, FAE, PMC, and MPM to support product launches.
• Assist in the preparation, review, and maintenance of NPI documentation, including procedures, work instructions, and project records.
• Track and follow up on customer‑related NPI actions to ensure commitments are met.
• Support implementation and adherence to NPI processes, quality systems, environmental, and safety requirements.
• Participate in product qualification, BOM readiness, process validation, and manufacturing readiness reviews.
• Monitor and report assigned NPI KPIs, escalating risks or issues as needed.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including Kaizen activities, value engineering, and cost‑reduction efforts.
• Assist with customer and internal audits, data preparation, and corrective actions as required.
• Communicate technical findings, progress updates, and risks clearly to project stakeholders.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in an engineering role supporting
• New Product Introduction (NPI) or product launch activities
• Manufacturing or operations environments
• Experience with engineering documentation, process control, and KPI tracking preferred.

Technical & Professional Skills

• Working knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes, PCBA/SMT concepts, and production workflows.
• Familiarity with product lifecycle management (PLM) processes and manufacturing documentation.
• Understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and cost‑reduction principles.
• Exposure to quality systems and industry standards, such as
• Core Tools
• IATF / VDA
• ISO 9001:2015
• IMDS
• Ability to apply structured problem‑solving and root cause analysis methods.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in a cross‑functional environment.

Preferred Certifications

• Project Management fundamentals, Core Tools, or VDA (preferred but not required).
• Risk Management or quality‑related certifications are a plus.

Language Skills

• English: Advanced proficiency (professional working level