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Clearfield · 3 days ago

Senior New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer

Minneapolis, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$84K/yr - $126K/yr

3+ years exp

Clearfield is a company focused on effective new product introductions. The Senior New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer is responsible for implementing new product designs and ensuring a successful transition from design to mass production while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Optical CommunicationTelecommunicationsWireless

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Develop, test, analyze, and implement new processes and procedures during the design and implementation phases of projects

Identify manufacturing process steps, floor resources, documents, tools, fixtures, and equipment required to manufacture new products

Identify, implement, and validate capital equipment, tooling, and test equipment required to successfully set up or transfer products between facilities

Create, validate, and adjust new product BOMs

Develop clear and concise work instructions for new products or integrate new products into existing instructions

Perform time studies to establish and validate process times for new products and procedures

Ensure clarity, consistency, and cohesion of product documentation by analyzing product drawings, BOMs, manufacturing instructions, and training documents

Qualify new products, sourced materials, equipment, and processes as they pertain to manufacturing of Clearfield product

Develop, refine, and support existing manufacturing processes and issue engineering change requests as needed

Collaborate with design engineering during product development and prototyping to ensure design for manufacturability

Collaborate with design engineering, product management, compliance lab, and quality assurance to establish qualification procedures and ensure compliance of first articles and initial production runs

Interface with design engineers, project managers, product managers, application engineers, quality assurance, supply chain, and manufacturing personnel to address any issues with first article, qualification, or initial production builds

Serve as a liaison between design engineering, product management, quality assurance, and manufacturing to ensure alignment on processes and documentation

Support manufacturing engineers and quality assurance in Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) and statistical process control efforts

Develop and deliver training programs for manufacturing personnel to ensure they understand new processes, equipment, and product specifications

Lead training builds and first article builds of new assemblies and configurations across manufacturing sites

Investigate and develop resolutions for deviations and discrepancies in new production components and assemblies

Perform troubleshooting, analyze defects, identify and implement corrective actions

Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to address potential challenges throughout the product introduction lifecycle

Create and develop efficient manufacturing methods for new products and establish best practices in manufacturing

Monitor product performance and production metrics post-launch, implementing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and overall product success

Participate in process redesign and line layout to accomplish Lean manufacturing cost reduction objectives

Qualification

NPI EngineeringManufacturing ProcessesTechnical WritingLean ManufacturingSix SigmaFiber Optic ManufacturingMRP/ERP SystemsAnalytical ThinkingResilienceProblem SolvingAttention to DetailAdaptabilityCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing) or equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum Three Years of applied experience as a manufacturing Engineer or NPI Engineer in a manufacturing or industrial environment

Background in manufacture of fiber optic deployment products and fiber optic termination processes highly desirable

Possesses engineering-level understanding of manufacturing processes and new product development

Demonstrates strong technical writing acumen and the ability to convey complex techniques and processes through text, photo, and video

Demonstrated ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, bills of materials, and work instructions

Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office, MRP/ERP systems, etc.) Experience with Epicor a plus

Strong problem-solving skills and creativity in developing sound technical solutions to business problems

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and ability to work individually and in teams

Able to travel both domestically and internationally approximately (up to ten percent of time)

Continuous improvement mindset

Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six sigma, or other process improvement methodologies

Ability to multitask and handle competing priorities

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; understand urgency and deadlines

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.

100% company paid Short-term and Long-term disability insurance coverage.

100% company paid Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance coverage.

100% company paid Business Travel Accident (BTA) insurance.

100% company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Additional voluntary benefits are offered.

401K plan: Maximum match is 4.5% of the first 6% of contribution.

Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Clearfield's Time Off Policy includes Personal Time Off (PTO) beginning at three weeks annually. PTO is accrued on the first of the month starting on day of hire. Voluntary Time Off (VTO) eight hours each calendar year, In addition, nine paid holidays per year.