New Product Introduction (NPI) Lead
Location
Alameda, CA
Level
Manager / Director
Department
Robotics & Automation
Type
Salary
$189,000 - $243,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2025-10-29
Responsibilities
- Lead all NPI activities from prototype handoff to full-rate production readiness.
- Partner with engineering teams to ensure designs are suitable for production and define work instructions.
- Establish design-for-manufacturing feedback loops to enhance product manufacturability and reliability.
- Develop and validate assembly, integration, and test procedures for new systems.
- Drive pilot builds and readiness reviews to ensure smooth production transitions.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations for production feasibility.
- Support configuration management and engineering change implementation across NPI builds.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or related field).
- 5+ years of relevant experience in new product introduction or manufacturing engineering.
- Ability to lead hands-on teams through prototype assembly and production ramp-up.
- Proven track record of bringing complex electro-mechanical systems from prototype to production.
- Knowledge of manufacturing and quality standards.
- Excellent cross-functional communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
