NPI Engineering Technician

NPI Engineering Technician

This NPI Engineering Technician role supports the build, integration, test, and troubleshooting of early-stage systems and electromechanical assemblies through Alpha, Beta, clinical, and early production phases. This role works closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to execute builds, identify and troubleshoot hardware and process issues, and provide actionable feedback to improve product and process readiness. This role supports development and refinement of manufacturing processes, fixtures, tooling, and documentation as products mature.

This role also plays a key part in transferring product and process knowledge to production teams through hands-on training and build support.

Essential job duties include: supporting assembly, integration, bring-up, and testing of Alpha, Beta, clinical, and early production systems and electromechanical assemblies; performing hands-on troubleshooting and debugging of complex mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical assemblies using engineering documentation, diagnostic tools, and structured problem-solving methods; identifying build, design, and process issues; documenting findings and providing clear, actionable feedback to engineering and other cross-functional teams;

using hand tools, measurement equipment, and test equipment to assemble, disassemble, modify, inspect, test, and troubleshoot system components and assemblies; supporting the design, build, modification, and evaluation of engineering prototypes, test fixtures, tooling, and manufacturing aids; supporting development, qualification, and validation activities for manufacturing equipment, fixtures, tooling, and processes; assisting with development and refinement of assembly procedures, test methods, work instructions, and other manufacturing documentation based on early-build learning;

supporting product and process transfer to production, including hands-on training and technical guidance for manufacturing technicians; providing manufacturing engineering support during early production builds, including troubleshooting build issues and supporting implementation of engineering changes; and maintaining organized work areas and equipment in accordance with 6S, safety, quality system, and applicable documentation requirements.

Required skills and experience include: demonstrated hands-on experience assembling, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing complex mechanical, electrical, or electromechanical systems; ability to systematically troubleshoot hardware and process issues and identify potential root causes and corrective actions; ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, assembly documentation, specifications, and bills of materials; strong mechanical aptitude and ability to safely handle delicate mechanical and electrical components;

ability to execute builds in a dynamic development environment where designs, processes, and requirements may change rapidly; strong technical documentation skills, including the ability to clearly document build issues, troubleshooting results, deviations, and process feedback; effective communication and collaboration skills with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and other cross-functional teams; self-motivated and capable of working independently while appropriately escalating technical issues and risks;

and proficiency with standard Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Required education and training include: associate degree in Engineering Technology, Electronics, Mechatronics, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of technical training and relevant hands-on experience; typically 3+ years of relevant experience supporting complex electromechanical products, engineering development, manufacturing, system integration, or a related technical environment; ability to perform repetitive assembly and test activities while sitting or standing for extended periods;

and ability to lift and maneuver equipment or assemblies weighing up to 50 lbs.

Preferred skills and experience include: experience supporting NPI, prototype, alpha, beta, clinical, pilot, or other early-phase product builds; experience with complex capital equipment, robotic systems, medical devices, or other highly integrated electromechanical systems; experience with structured troubleshooting, root cause analysis, failure analysis, FMEA, or similar engineering problem-solving methodologies; familiarity with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous-improvement principles; experience developing, modifying, or supporting test fixtures, tooling, and engineering prototypes;

experience supporting equipment, fixture, tooling, or process qualification and validation activities; experience training production technicians and supporting product/process transfer from engineering into manufacturing; familiarity with CAD, engineering drawings,…