Advanced Engineering Manufacturing Engineer
Lead NPI manufacturing readiness for injection and blow molded plastic parts from tooling to launch
- Seniority
- Mid-level
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- BS
- Experience
- 4+ yrs
- Industry
- General manufacturing
- Role
- Process Engineering
Role details
We are seeking an Advanced Engineering Manufacturing Engineer to support New Product Introduction (NPI) from concept through production launch. This role partners with cross-functional teams to evaluate manufacturability, define production processes, support tooling and equipment decisions, and ensure new products are ready for scalable manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead manufacturing readiness for NPI projects from tool kickoff through production release.
- Evaluate manufacturability, product requirements, tooling, packaging, automation, equipment, labor needs, and process capability.
- Develop cost estimates and quote inputs for labor, tooling, packaging, automation, machinery, and manufacturing processes.
- Define, qualify, and validate new manufacturing equipment and processes, including PFMEA, IQ, OQ, and PQ support.
- Create and maintain work instructions, SOPs, project records, and production handoff documentation.
- Support production launch through operator training, launch metric monitoring, and transition to ongoing operations.
- Prepare and evaluate RFQ packages for packaging, automation, and post-processing equipment.
- Manage project scope, action items, due dates, and communication throughout development and launch.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred; equivalent experience considered.
- 4+ years of manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or new product launch experience preferred.
- Experience with injection molding and/or blow molding preferred.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, PFMEA, and process validation preferred.
- Strong communication, organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Skills
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project
- SolidWorks or similar CAD software
- ERP systems
- Adobe or related documentation tools
Core Competencies:
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Customer-focused mindset with the ability to build strong relationships
- Technical aptitude with the ability to interpret drawings, specifications
- Analytical thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving
- Team-oriented with the ability to lead cross-functional groups
- Experience with IQMS Delmia works is a plus
Work Environment:
- Office and manufacturing floor environment
- Occasional travel to suppliers, customers, and tooling shops may
Benefits
Standard Health, Dental, Vision Benefits.
Generous PTO.
401K Match.
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