Project Engineer, New Product Introduction

The Project Engineer, NPI is responsible for supporting the development of new processes and carrying out each trial exactly to the established product specification. This includes managing the program from early prototype builds through to the launch of the production line. The primary role of the Project Engineer will be to test and validate systems and parts involved in product development and manufacturing to ensure products are of the highest quality. The project engineer will also establish validation standards, develop testing protocols, prepare equipment, document test results, and maintain records to support this. The Project Engineer will identify, report, and adjust equipment or processes that require improvement. The Project Engineer will collaborate with safety, design, product excellence, change control, manufacturing, and service departments.

Assist in validating manufacturing processes to ensure product specifications and standards are achieved Participate in manufacturing line trials for new products and processes Manage quality assurance and procedures by testing and validating systems and parts; Assist in establishing and implementing new validation standards, and procedures Conduct Trial Preparation: Ensure part availability, line readiness, and pre-requisite data obtained and consolidated Complete Trial Report: Document observations, analysis, and results, Make recommendations as needed and drive solutions. Record all issues found during trials and help drive to closure Manage Trial Recovery: Ensure manufacturing lines are validated and/or restored to prior condition post-trial(s). Evaluate the success of each trial (yield, downtime, cost, safety, etc.) Serve as subject matter expert (SME) on trials to ensure proper validation procedures are followed Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate the best processes roll-out Track all trial details in PCA tracking system for approvals Participate in and provide feedback in change control meetings

Production Operations Knowledge - Has a firm understanding of how complex production lines operate including key items such as industrial workings between facilities/departments, line balance, OEE, error proofing, etc. Background in manufacturing/industrial engineering required; supply chain highly desired Understanding of how the manufacturing validation process runs in relation to complex new products that stretch across various engineer teams and manufacturing centers/factories (methodology, validation plans, associated KPIs) Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills Able to be a creative thinker and devise creative solutions to complicated problems Excellent problem solving skills; adverse in various problem solving methodologies Team player; ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment with cross-functional teams Previous experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Previous experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc) Ability to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings or CAD models Experience in Program management Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related technical field required (Master’s Degree in supporting field highly preferred)