Senior Product Introduction Manufacturing Engineer

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer for New Product Introduction (NPI) drives the successful launch of new optical, mechanical, and electrical modules into manufacturing. This role ensures robust manufacturability, product quality, and operational readiness from early design through pilot and volume builds.

• Lead NPI activities including Operations Readiness Reviews (ORR), manufacturing readiness sign‑offs, and smooth transition from prototype to volume production.
• Translate product requirements into clear, complete, and feasible manufacturing process specifications.
• Partner with design teams to deliver DFM/DFMA feedback addressing manufacturability, quality, serviceability, safety, and cost‑effectiveness.
• Develop and document end‑to‑end manufacturing processes, including process flows, pFMEA, control plans, and work instructions.
• Lead structured process validation (DOE, FMEA, SPC, MSA, GR R, test plans) to ensure capability and margin.
• Support selection, installation, qualification, and optimization of new tooling and manufacturing equipment, including E2E impact assessments.
• Identify yield, cycle time, and cost‑reduction opportunities, driving data‑driven corrective actions and continuous improvement (Lean / Six Sigma).
• Coordinate prototype, pilot, and controlled builds to validate manufacturability and process capability.
• Prepare and execute Change Orders (COs) and Temporary Deviations (TDNs) with cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Analyze process and test data using statistical tools (control charts, Pareto, Cpk) in JMP, Excel, and LabVIEW; present actionable insights.
• Train production personnel on new processes, tools, and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned; job description subject to change at any time.
• Travel:
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