NPI Engineer | Holt, MI

Salary Range: $74,000 - $113,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in npi engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Holt seeking experienced NPI Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Holt 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 the development and implementation of new manufacturing processes for product introductions.
• Collaborate with design and R&D teams to ensure Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Assembly (DFA).
• Define, procure, install, and qualify new production equipment, tooling, and fixtures.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, BOMs, and process flows.
• Manage and execute pilot production builds, identifying and resolving manufacturing issues to achieve production readiness.
• Establish and monitor key process parameters, yield, and quality metrics during the NPI phase.
• Provide technical support and training to production personnel on new products and processes.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering.
• 3-5+ years of experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) or manufacturing engineering within a production environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in applying Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
• Proven experience in developing, validating, and optimizing manufacturing processes, tooling, and production lines.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and experience with relevant manufacturing methodologies (e.g., FMEA, SPC, Lean).
• Strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills to drive product transitions from design to mass production.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with advanced simulation software (e.g., FEA, CFD) for manufacturability analysis.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, VBA) for data analysis or process automation.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

New Product Introduction Engineer, Product Launch Engineer, Manufacturing Launch Engineer, Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Design for Manufacturability 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.