Texas Manufacturing Engineer: New Factory Launch

Nextpower LLC, USA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Nextpower in Texas is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to support the initial launch and ramp of a new FrameworX factory, focusing on steel module frames and roll forming. The role requires coordinating equipment installation, commissioning, and process validation, while driving safety, quality, throughput, and cost improvements.

You will work with Chinese-speaking suppliers and cross-functional teams to resolve startup issues.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing equipment startup and production.
• New factory launch experience covering installation, process validation, and ramp-up.
• Chinese-speaking proficiency for technical discussions with suppliers; strong English communication.
• Experience with steel products manufacturing and roll forming, including coil handling and tooling.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, including visa requirements.

Responsibilities

• New Factory Launch and Equipment Startup: develop and execute installation plans, milestone reviews, readiness, and risk mitigation; coordinate layouts and contractor activities.
• Steel Module Frames and Roll Forming: set up processes for coil handling, tooling alignment, and dimensional control; troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
• Production Readiness and CI: track cycle time, throughput, scrap, downtime; apply Lean, 5S, and mistake-proofing to improve productivity.
• Supplier Collaboration and Training: conduct supplier technical reviews, train operators, and ensure production readiness; document actions and due dates.

Skills

Chinese-speaking proficiency

Lean manufacturing

Root cause analysis

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/manufacturing/industrial/electrical engineering

Lean or Six Sigma training

Tools

PLC diagnostics

HMI diagnostics

CAD layouts

PFMEA

SPC

Capability studies

Job description

Nextpower in Texas is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to support the initial launch and ramp of a new FrameworX factory, focusing on steel module frames and roll forming. The role requires coordinating equipment installation, commissioning, and process validation, while driving safety, quality, throughput, and cost improvements.

You will work with Chinese-speaking suppliers and cross-functional teams to resolve startup issues.