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Hubbell Gas Utility Solutions (HGUS)

NPD Launch Engineer - Leeds, AL

Hubbell Gas Utility Solutions (HGUS), Leeds, Alabama, United States, 35094

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Job Overview The NPD Launch Engineer will be responsible for working with our NPD (New Product Development) department to take initial product designs through the prototyping, production trial and production launch phases of our NPD cycle. They will be responsible for owning and managing the implementation of Manufacturing and Quality Engineering functions regarding new product development projects for the Switching and Fusing Business Unit.

A Day In The Life

Research and implement/Improve production methodologies

Involved in assembly method development for new products

Create and Implement Manufacturing Plans

Specify manufacturing location, equipment to be used, perform cycle time analysis

Utilize 3-D modeling software to assist in fixture and tooling design (Inventor preferred)

Utilize AutoCAD or the like to update plant layouts with new cells

Create new cells with lean manufacturing in mind

Create capital justifications and follow through to cell runoff and operator training.

Take the lead on Quality functions for NPD Projects

Coordinate PFMEA and DFMEA

Create Quality Control Plans

Specify, purchase and implement quality tools

Coordinating and Facilitating prototype assembly trials

Completing Pilot Run Verification Testing (FAI)

Maintaining project timelines to meet NPD launch target dates

Validating Manufacturing and QA systems during launch and first production runs

Facilitating training regarding NPD products and associated processes

Required Qualifications

BS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Minimum 7 Years Engineering work experience

Project Management

Lean Knowledge

Demonstrated ability in manufacturing cell start up

Demonstrated ability to lead and effectively communicate with cross functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

SAP

Project Management Software

Why Hubbell? This is more than a job—it’s a chance to shape the future of our products and processes. If you're passionate about innovation, problem-solving, and making a tangible impact, we want to hear from you!

Company Overview Hubbell Incorporated creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Founded in 1888, our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

Legal and EEO Statement Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

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