NPI Engineer

As an NPI Engineer at XTEND Tampa, you will serve as the critical technical bridge between R&D and mass production. In an ecosystem that includes a Configuration Manager (focused on PLM/ECO) and a Production Engineer (focused on assembly and jigs), your role is to ensure that engineering designs are mature, high-quality, and scalable. You will focus on hardware optimization, technical vendor management (EMS), and leading complex Transfer to Production (TTP) processes. MBOM/ FCC- Technical evaluation of components Main Responsibilities Engineering Focal Point. Act as the primary technical liaison between engineering and production teams, leading Design Reviews for DFM (Manufacturing), DFA (Assembly), and DFT (Testing). Transfer to Production (TTP). Lead NPI activities from prototype phase through mass production, ensuring smooth transition and preventing technical bottlenecks. Quality & Yield Management. Define Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) features, manage First Article Inspection (FAI) reports, and perform deep-dive Failure Analysis (RCA) on hardware components. Technical Interface. Maintain continuous technical communication with Contract Manufacturers (EMS) and strategic suppliers, both locally and globally. Content Integrity. Responsible for technical accuracy of product files, BOMs, and specifications before implementation into the PLM system by the Configuration Manager. Production Support (MBOM). Support production line bring-up, manage Alpha/Beta builds, and analyze production yields to ensure continuity and scalability.