Engineer, NPI

Engineer, NPI

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled NPI Engineer to join our team. This role is crucial for successfully transitioning new, tight‑tolerance products from design to high‑volume manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have a background in both assembly processes and injection molding, with a focus on producing components for the semiconductor industry.

As a NPI (New Product/Process Introduction) Engineer, you will collaborate in a dynamic cross‑functional team environment within the global Advanced Purity Solutions (APS) Division of Entegris. You will help create a competitive advantage by bringing innovative new products into production, combining product development, process design, project management, and operational experience.

• Help lead the transition of cutting‑edge micro‑environment products from engineering development to high volume manufacturing at the Colorado Springs facilities.
• Help develop and scale robust manufacturing processes that meet quality, cost, and schedule requirements.
• Collaborate with R&D and product managers to define minimum and target performance requirements for new products.
• Work cross‑functionally with R&D, engineering, business units, operations, and project management to ensure successful product and process release to HVM.
• Create and maintain comprehensive manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, SOPs, and process records.
• Train operators and technicians on new processes and equipment.
• Assist in developing and executing Validation and Qualification (V&Q)/Management of Change (MOC) protocols for product transfers and new process start‑ups.
• Conduct PFMEAs, Design Freeze reviews, and Manufacturing Assessments covering site selection, material planning, waste management, ramp/capacity planning, and cost roadmap development.
• Provide limited technical project management to support customer sample builds and qualification runs.
• Identify and document design improvement opportunities and process inefficiencies; collaborate with product development to implement corrective actions.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, including DMAIC, to improve yield, reduce variation, and increase capacity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to new product builds, tooling, and process performance.
• Participate in design and mold reviews, ensuring compliance with Entegris global and site‑specific standards.
• Use stage‑gate processes to guide products from Engineering Phase to Pilot and Manufacturing Phases.
• Maintain a strong presence on the production floor to gain a deep understanding of process constraints and opportunities.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts in key manufacturing processes such as injection molding, ultrasonic welding, CNC machining, inspection systems, laser marking, and data collection/reporting systems.
• Review part drawings and specifications, assess critical and FAIR dimensions, and work with development teams to align product capabilities with requirements.
• Document processes, procedures, and lessons learned for future reference and process ownership.
• Conduct manufacturing readiness assessments to identify gaps and track progress against IRD/Mfg. metrics.
• Support audits and process analysis to recommend improvements in safety, quality, cost, waste reduction, and efficiency.
• Predict and analyze actual product sampling costs in SAP.
• Assist with establishing master data in SAP for new part numbers.

• Education and Experience
  BS or MS in Engineering with 2–3 years related experience in engineering or manufacturing within the semiconductor industry and/or experience in plastic part processing and assembly in a tech or medical field. A background in injection molding products and processes is a bonus.
• Certifications
  Black Belt or Green Belt in Six Sigma/Lean Sigma is highly preferred.
• Technical Skills
  Expertise in assembly processes for clean, tight‑tolerance products and electro‑mechanical systems.
  Knowledge of injection molding processes, materials, and tooling.
  Strong analytical skills and a data‑driven approach to decision‑making.
  Exceptional written and verbal…