Engineer I, New Product Introduction (NPI)

Integer Holdings Corporation • Trenton, GA

21h

About The Position

The Engineer I, New Product Introduction (NPI) applies engineering principles and practices to broad assignments and related fields, ensuring that internal and external customer expectations are met or exceeded. The role develops and implements complex technologies and approaches to engineering problems, investigates technology and business trends, and plans projects that can significantly affect major programs. It may involve procuring complex equipment, originating and reviewing technical documents, leading cross-functional projects, supervising up to four or five technicians or associate engineers, and coaching other engineers. Occasional travel may be required.

The position embeds quality into engineering work by ensuring compliance with Integer’s Quality Management System and contributing to corrective and preventive actions and quality goals. It also supports Integer’s Manufacturing Excellence and Market Focused Innovation strategies, developing and deploying systems and tools for innovation and continuous improvement. This includes applying the Integer Production System’s focus areas: strategy alignment, sustained change, standardization, associate engagement, and systems and process optimization.

Success is measured through safety, site quality objectives, delivery of defined project milestones, shortening project durations, implementing systemic improvements, generating and supporting continuous improvement ideas, and delivering results through expertise and collaboration. The role follows applicable safety, environmental, security, quality, FDA, company-policy, and other regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or related technical field, or 15+ years of relevant experience for candidates who do not meet the education requirement.
• At least 7 years of progressive engineering and/or technically focused experience.
• Strong technical and problem-solving foundation.
• Ability to observe, analyze, and develop solutions to complex technical challenges and deliver breakthrough results.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to lead team activities and coach less experienced associates.
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally across organizational levels.
• Ability to maintain a calm demeanor in a high-energy, constantly changing production environment.
• Positive, can-do attitude and belief that failure is not an option.
• Adherence to applicable safety, environmental, security, quality, FDA, company-policy, and other regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or doctorate.
• Training or certifications in problem-solving and project management methodologies, such as 6-Sigma, 8D, RCA, 5-Why, Ishikawa (Fish Bone), Kepner-Tregoe, or PMP.
• 6-Sigma Green Belt certification as a minimum; Black Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering principles and practices to broad assignments and related fields, meeting or exceeding customer expectations.
• Develop new approaches to complex problems and lead projects that advance Integer’s technological capabilities.
• Investigate and interpret technology and business trends and recommend organizational best practices.
• Evaluate, develop, and implement new technologies of significant scope and complexity.
• Identify and procure complex equipment and technology as needed.
• Originate technical documents, including protocols, reports, specifications, and work instructions, and review documentation produced by peers or subordinates.
• Plan and develop engineering projects addressing unique or high-profile problems that affect major programs.
• Lead cross-functional teams or projects and influence others to achieve goals.
• Provide supervision for up to four or five technicians and/or associate engineers, and coach and mentor other engineers.
• Maintain relationships with individuals and business units within and outside the site or organization; deploy subject matter expertise across organizations or locations as directed.
• Ensure adherence to the Quality Management System, contribute to corrective and preventive actions, and support quality KPIs and the journey to 5 Sigma.
• Support Integer’s Manufacturing Excellence and Market Focused Innovation strategies.
• Champion the development and deployment of systems and tools that drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• Support the Integer Production System through strategy alignment, sustained change, standardization, associate engagement, and systems and process optimization.
• Actively support Environmental, Health & Safety programs and meet defined project goals and milestones.
• Identify ways to shorten project durations, lead systemic process improvements, and generate and support continuous improvement suggestions.
• Perform other duties as needed and directed by the line of supervision.

Benefits

• Base salary and a cash-based incentive program.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Adoption benefits.
• Parental leave after one year.
• Optional employee-paid supplemental life, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• 80 hours (10 days) of company-designated holidays per year.
• Annual allotment of paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior