NPI Engineer

Esdec • North Andover, MA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Enstall, you'll play a key role in bringing innovative solar products from concept to production. As an NPI Engineer, you'll work at the intersection of Product Development, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain, partnering closely with engineers and global suppliers to ensure our products are designed, qualified, and launched successfully. This is a highly collaborative, hands-on role for someone who enjoys solving manufacturing challenges, driving continuous improvement, and turning great designs into scalable production solutions.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in New Product Introduction (NPI), Manufacturing Engineering, Product Development, or a similar role.
• Practical experience with manufacturing processes such as extrusion, casting, forging, roll forming, machining, stamping, assembly, and injection molding.
• Strong knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM), FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience driving continuous improvement, process optimization, and value engineering initiatives.
• The ability to balance technical detail with business priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidence working with suppliers, influencing stakeholders, and leading cross-functional projects.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to translate technical information for diverse audiences.
• Proficiency with engineering drawings, 3D modeling tools, and Microsoft Office applications.
• A willingness to travel approx. 40% domestically and internationally.

Nice To Haves

• PMP certification or formal project management training.
• Six Sigma certification or advanced Lean manufacturing experience.
• Experience working with global suppliers, manufacturing transfers, or supplier development programs.
• A passion for renewable energy, sustainability, and building products that make a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical liaison between Engineering teams and manufacturing partners throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Lead Design for Manufacturing (DFM) activities to ensure products are optimized for quality, cost, scalability, and speed to market.
• Partner with suppliers early in the design process to identify manufacturing opportunities, risks, and innovative solutions.
• Support new product introductions through tooling development, process qualification, pilot builds, and production ramp-up activities.
• Collaborate with Design and Quality teams to complete DFMEA, PFMEA, first article approvals, and product release activities.
• Evaluate and implement manufacturing technologies, processes, and supplier capabilities that strengthen Enstall's product portfolio and supply chain.
• Drive Value Analysis and Value Engineering (VA/VE) initiatives to improve product performance while reducing cost and complexity.
• Lead structured problem-solving and root cause investigations to resolve manufacturing and quality challenges.
• Support supplier selection, onboarding, performance improvement, and long-term capability development.
• Develop manufacturing processes, assembly methods, packaging solutions, and work instructions that support efficient and sustainable production.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining clear communication on priorities, risks, and milestones.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation determined by each individual's relevant experience, skills, education and location.
• Annual bonus or commission
• Competitive benefit package
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Long-term incentive plan
• 401(k) match
• Development opportunities
• Educational assistance
• 12 observed company holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Collaborative, inclusive culture

What This Job Offers

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