Job description:
Job Title: New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer
Location: Miamisburg, Ohio
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Base salary around $100K + bonus (flexible for the right candidate)
We are seeking a hands-on New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer to support the launch and industrialization of new products within a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role will bridge Product Engineering and Manufacturing by taking prototypes into full-scale production through process development, validation, and launch execution.
The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented manufacturing environment and enjoy being heavily involved on the production floor rather than operating strictly from an office setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead APQP activities from Process Design through PPAP approval
Develop and maintain:
Process Flow Diagrams
PFMEAs
Control Plans
Standard Work Instructions
Own PPAP documentation and submission packages
Execute process validation activities including:
Cp/Cpk studies
Run-at-Rate
Production trials
MSA / Gage R&R
Collaborate with Product Engineering on DFM/DFA reviews
Support tooling, fixture, and workstation development
Assist with process improvements and manufacturing optimization initiatives
Support transition from prototype builds into mass production
Coordinate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to ensure successful launches
Provide technical support during early production ramp-up
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field
47 years of manufacturing/process engineering experience
Strong experience with:
APQP
PPAP
PFMEA
Control Plans
SPC
Process validation
Experience in high-volume discrete manufacturing environments
Ability to read and interpret GD&T drawings
Strong understanding of manufacturing process development
Hands-on mindset with willingness to work directly on the production floor
Preferred Experience:
CNC machining or secondary manufacturing processes
Metal manufacturing, extrusion, or tooling environments
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma experience
Fixture or tooling design experience
CAD experience such as SolidWorks
Why is This a Great Opportunity:
excellent opportunity to join a rapidly growing high-volume manufacturing organization where the NPI Engineer will play a critical role in bringing new products from prototype into full-scale production.
The company offers a highly visible and hands-on environment where engineers are empowered to take ownership of projects, drive process improvements, and directly impact manufacturing performance and production efficiency. This role provides strong long-term career growth, exposure to advanced manufacturing operations, and close collaboration with Product Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing teams.
The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment that values accountability, problem-solving, continuous improvement, and hands-on engineering involvement on the production floor.