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Product Engineer, NPI
Product Engineer, NPIPatriot Advertising • Houston, Texas, United States
Product Engineer, NPI

Product Engineer, NPI

Patriot Advertising • Houston, Texas, United States
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Manages the New Product Introduction (NPI) process from customer inquiry through production release,

ensuring products are properly documented, quoted, and transitioned into manufacturing with complete

accuracy and efficiency.

  • Responsibilities :
  • Review and analyze customer product documentation, specifications, drawings, and BOMs to determine manufacturing feasibility and requirements
  • Create and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) in the ERP / MRP system, ensuring part numbers, quantities, and specifications are correct
  • Develop comprehensive work instructions, assembly drawings, and manufacturing documentation for production personnel
  • Prepare detailed cost estimates and quotes for new products, including, labor hours, tooling requirements, and manufacturing overhead
  • Coordinate with customers to clarify product requirements, resolve technical questions, and manage documentation revisions
  • Lead NPI project activities from quotation through first article build, ensuring smooth handoff to production
  • Conduct Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews and provide feedback to customers on potential manufacturing challenges or cost-reduction opportunities
  • Verify component availability, identify long-lead items, and work with procurement to establish supply chain readiness
  • Create and maintain Product Travelers, routing information, and process control documentation
  • Collaborate with Process Engineering to ensure production line readiness for new product launches
  • Support first article builds, pilot runs, and production ramp-up activities
  • Maintain product file records and engineering change documentation throughout product lifecycle
  • Interface with Quality to establish inspection criteria and test requirements for new products
  • Requirements :
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience in electronics manufacturing
  • Proven experience in product engineering, NPI, or customer-facing technical roles within electronics manufacturing services (EMS) or contract manufacturing
  • Strong ability to read and interpret electronic schematics, assembly drawings, technical specifications, and customer documentation
  • Proficiency with ERP / MRP systems for BOM creation and management
  • Experience with quoting processes and understanding of manufacturing cost drivers
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to interface professionally with customers, suppliers, and internal teams
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple NPI projects simultaneously
  • Knowledge of electronic components, PCB assemblies, and electromechanical assembly techniques
  • Familiarity with quality systems such as IPC standards, ISO 9001, AS9100
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and Google Workspace; experience with project management tools
  • Problem-solving mindset with ability to identify issues early and work collaboratively to develop solutions
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing customer requirements and project priorities

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Engineer Product Npi • Houston, Texas, United States