Sr. NPI Engineer
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This role is for a Senior NPI Engineer who will manage new product introductions from concept to mass production, ensuring designs are optimized for manufacturability, assembly, cost, reliability, and scalability within a hybrid work environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead DFX initiatives, ensuring designs are optimized for manufacturability, assembly, cost, and reliability
- Develop and execute NPI project plans, tracking milestones, risks, and deliverables for seamless product launch
- Conduct DFM/DFA reviews, enhancing production scalability with design and engineering teams
- Partner with suppliers and contract manufacturers to assess production readiness, resolve technical challenges, and drive process improvements
- Establish and oversee testing and validation protocols, ensuring compliance with quality and industry standards
- Identify and resolve bottlenecks during prototype, pilot, and production phases for smooth transitions
- Develop and maintain process documentation, assembly guidelines, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, quality, operations, and supply chain) to align project goals and execution
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in New Product Introduction (NPI)
- Proven expertise in DFX principles
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and production scalability
- Experience managing complex, cross-functional technical projects
- Strong background in high-volume production environments and global supply chain collaboration
- Hands-on experience with project management tools (Jira, Confluence, MS Project, or equivalent)
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
- 7+ years of experience in New Product Introduction (NPI)
Nice to Have
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process optimization methodologies
Skills
* Required skills
Benefits
About Nextracker Inc.
Nextracker is a global leader in intelligent solar tracker and software solutions, optimizing solar power plant performance worldwide, driving the renewable energy transition.