Senior NPI Engineer
Core
Shepherding hardware from concept review to low-volume manufacturing for self-driving vehicle components, ensuring end-to-end assembly process readiness and optimizing yield for complex lidar systems.
Role type
Senior New Product Introduction (NPI) Hardware Engineer
Builds
Finished vehicle integrations, electronic sensors, modules, and computers for self-driving technology
Domain
Automotive / Self-driving technology / Hardware manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Low to high volume production environment experience, Optical alignment process development, SPC and 6 Sigma, GD&T, 3D CAD, PDM/PLM management, Cross-functional liaison, Kaizen activities, Rapid problem-solving, APQP phases execution, Vendor and supply chain management
Preferred skills
AV/robotics/automotive industry experience, Optical/electro-optical/opto-mechanical assembly, Flip Chip Packaging and hybrid bonding, OSAT volume manufacturing background, Semiconductor or optical communication industry experience, Materials and thermal/mechanical interactions knowledge
Technologies
Catia, Solidworks, Enovia, EPDM
Responsibilities
Support transition of automated micro-optical alignment to high volume manufacturing, Ensure end-to-end assembly process readiness for complex lidar systems, Monitor yield analysis and drive continuous improvement initiatives, Maintain product quality by improving design and manufacturing processes, Provide onsite engineering support for process or equipment issues, Create and maintain manufacturing documentation including control plans and PFMEAs, Lead or participate in Kaizen activities, Conduct multidisciplinary rapid problem-solving for manufacturing challenges, Work with internal production and external contract manufacturers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC