Senior Manufacturing Engineer – New Product Introduction
Full Time/Direct Hire - (Onsite)
Location: Somerset, NJ
Salary range: DOE: $130,000 - $165,000 (DOE) + bonus
**Relocation assistance available for non-local candidates**
**Visa sponsorship is available for candidates requiring visa transfer only.**
Our client develops advanced semiconductor capital equipment that powers the technologies shaping modern life—from smartphones and cloud computing to AI, AR/VR, and high‑performance communications. They're seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead New Product Introduction (NPI) efforts and drive the seamless transition of complex, precision‑engineered systems from design into scalable, high‑quality production.
Overview
In this role, you’ll ensure manufacturability, mitigate early risks, and develop robust processes that support volume production. You’ll work cross‑functionally with design, test, and supply chain teams to optimize product readiness, improve manufacturing efficiency, and resolve technical challenges throughout the product lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Lead NPI activities from design through volume production, managing engineering changes, validating processes, and optimizing BOMs and assembly workflows. Collaborate with design, quality, supply chain, and production teams to ensure manufacturability, implement DFA/DFT best practices, and identify design risks early. Improve manufacturing processes and equipment, develop documentation for scalable builds, and support final test operations by troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and controls issues with permanent corrective actions. Analyze and resolve technical problems using structured methods (Fishbone, 8D, SPC) and support new product launches at contract manufacturer sites.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering with 8+ years of experience, or Master’s with 6+ years
- Experience with process improvement methodologies
- Proven success transitioning products from design to manufacturing and volume production
- Background in complex equipment/product manufacturing
- Masters degree or MBA is highly preferred
Skills & Abilities
- Strong NPI leadership from concept through full‑scale production
- Experience with VisMockUp, Technomatix, Cameo/CATIA, Creo (plus)
- SolidWorks, Tol Analyst, Design Check, interference analysis
- SAP experience (plus)
- Understanding of system I/O, hardware/software/controls compatibility
- Schematic and wire harness design knowledge
- Vacuum (UHV) and cleanroom experience (highly desirable)
- DFx, DFMEA, PFMEA expertise
- Ability to interpret complex technical documentation
- Semiconductor background (plus)
- Lean Six Sigma certification (plus)
- Willingness to travel up to 10%
