NPI Engineer - Allegan Area

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Allegan region seeking NPI Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

• →Lead the transfer of new products from design to manufacturing.
• →Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for new products.
• →Collaborate with R&D and design teams to ensure manufacturability.
• →Conduct DFM/A reviews and provide feedback to product development.
• →Manage and resolve technical issues during new product introduction.
• →Define and implement production control plans for new products.
• →Support pilot production runs and ramp-up activities.
• →Create and maintain manufacturing documentation for new products.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in NPI (New Product Introduction) or manufacturing engineering within a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to read and interpret schematics, Gerber files, and mechanical drawings.
• Strong understanding of PCBA manufacturing processes, including SMT, wave solder, and final assembly.
• Experience with DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFT (Design for Testability) principles.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Altium Designer, Eagle, SolidWorks) and PLM systems.

• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) for manufacturing quality.
• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, particularly for manufacturing operations.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity best practices within an industrial control system (ICS) environment.
• Demonstrated ability to script or program for automation tasks (e.g., Python, PowerShell).

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The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.