Lenovo
Sr New product introduction (NPI) engineering
Whitsett, North Carolina · Senior · Full-time · Posted Mar 24, 2026
- Experience
- 4 plus years in manufacturing, process development, or new product introduction (NPI).
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
About the job
Leads new product introductions by developing and validating manufacturing processes, coordinating cross-functional teams and suppliers, and improving production readiness and performance.
What you'll do
- Develop, validate, and implement manufacturing processes, tooling, and test fixtures; support production-floor needs and continuous improvement.
- Work with design, engineering, quality, supply chain, contract manufacturers, and suppliers to introduce products and optimize parts and processes.
- Prepare manufacturing documentation, conduct DFM reviews, manage risks, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 4 plus years of experience in manufacturing, process development, or new product introduction (NPI).
- Experience with manufacturing processes including machining, injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, and assembly; and with contract manufacturers and suppliers in a high-mix, low- to mid-volume production environment.
- Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo) and engineering documentation systems (e.g., PLM tools like Agile, Windchill); knowledge of DFM/DFA principles and root cause analysis tools.
Nice to have
- Master’s degree in a related engineering or technical discipline; Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt).
- Experience launching hardware in a regulated industry, production line setups and validations (IQ/OQ/PQ), ERP/MRP systems, or statistical analysis tools.
Tools
SolidWorks, Creo, Agile, Windchill, 5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA, Lean manufacturing
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