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Technical Lead, NPI Manufacturing Engineer

San JoseFull-time$124k–$155k2026-10-29 → 2026-11-10
On-site

Core

Lead Manufacturing Engineering (ME) processes and execution during New Product Introduction (NPI) and sustaining phases for complex medical robotic systems.

Role type

Senior Technical Lead, NPI Manufacturing Engineer

Builds

Robotic surgical platforms for early diagnosis and treatment

Domain

Medical Robotics / Healthcare

Required skills

Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, data analytics, process design, PFMEA, IQ/OQ/PQ validation, DFM feedback, BOM management, regulatory compliance (FDA/ISO 13485)

Preferred skills

Experience with complex electromechanical devices, troubleshooting, fixture implementation

Technologies

FDA QSR, ISO 13485, DMR/DHR/LHR, BOM, MPI, schematics

Responsibilities

Provide leadership to ME team during NPI; implement lean principles and drive continuous improvement; create workflow diagrams and work instructions; lead PFMEA activities; validate manufacturing equipment and processes (IQ/OQ/PQ); provide DFM feedback to R&D; support field returns and discrepancy investigations; train production technicians.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC