NPI Engineer | East Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $78,000 - $118,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling in npi engineer? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in East Lansing, seeking experienced NPI Engineers to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in East Lansing that are seeking NPI Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with Pivot Group, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) reviews for new products.
• Develop, optimize, and document new manufacturing processes and work instructions.
• Design, procure, and qualify manufacturing tooling, fixtures, and equipment.
• Manage Bill of Material (BOM) and routing creation, accuracy, and changes throughout NPI phases.
• Coordinate and execute pilot production runs, validation builds, and production ramp-up.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, and Production teams to ensure successful product launch.
• Identify and resolve manufacturing process issues and yield challenges during new product introduction.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) or Manufacturing Engineering within a production environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and process optimization.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and experience with PLM/PDM systems.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma principles, and root cause analysis techniques.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification
• Proficiency in advanced CAD/CAM software for tooling design or simulation
• Experience with specific automation or robotics integration in a manufacturing environment
• Strong data analysis skills using statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)

Job Titles That Should Apply

New Product Introduction Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, Product Launch Engineer, Industrialization Engineer, Production Readiness Engineer, DFM Engineer, Process Development Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.