Mechanical Engineer, New Product Introduction (NPI) Team Lead
Core
Lead the New Product Introduction (NPI) engineering team to guide mechanical designs from concept through production launch, applying design for manufacturability and assembly principles.
Role type
Senior IC Mechanical NPI Team Lead
Builds
Custom-engineered process equipment and automated systems for clients in aerospace, defense, medical, energy, and advanced manufacturing.
Domain
Manufacturing engineering and process equipment
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features (mechanical designs, prototypes, production launch)
Required skills
Mechanical engineering, new product introduction, design for manufacturability, design for assembly, SolidWorks (complex assemblies), manufacturing processes (machining, sheet metal, molding, extrusion, casting), project management, risk mitigation, technical documentation
Preferred skills
Team leadership, product data management systems, FEA, CFD, multiphysics simulation, ISO 9001, Lean, Six Sigma, Professional Engineer license
Technologies
SolidWorks, FEA, CFD
Responsibilities
Lead NPI team day-to-day work and resource planning; Coach team members on performance and development; Direct multidisciplinary projects from feasibility to production launch; Oversee mechanical designs, drawings, and bills of materials; Lead design for manufacturability reviews; Direct prototype builds and testing; Partner with manufacturing and external builders; Create project plans and cost estimates; Develop engineering calculations and design standards; Build client relationships and support business development.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership
