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ThunderSoft

New Product Introduction Engineer

ThunderSoft, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228

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Overview

We are looking for an

NPI Engineer

to oversee the introduction of new products from development to production for advanced embedded systems. The role involves coordinating cross-functional teams, managing schedules, ensuring design-for-manufacturing principles, and tracking milestones to deliver products that meet quality, performance, and compliance requirements. The ideal candidate combines technical knowledge in embedded systems or hardware/software development with strong project management and communication skills to ensure seamless product launches. Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage

new product introduction (NPI) projects , ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery. Collaborate with hardware, software, firmware, manufacturing, and quality teams to plan and execute product launch activities. Review design documents, test plans, and manufacturing requirements to ensure readiness for production. Develop and maintain project schedules, track milestones, risks, and dependencies. Facilitate cross-functional meetings, design reviews, and gate reviews. Identify potential production or integration issues early and coordinate mitigation plans. Support production ramp-up, including prototype build, pilot runs, and production validation. Maintain project documentation, including status reports, risk registers, and post-launch lessons learned. Ensure compliance with regulatory, security, and quality standards. Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline. 4+ years of experience in

NPI, product launch, or project management

in embedded systems or electronics. Strong understanding of

hardware and software development lifecycle . Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary engineering teams. Excellent

project management skills : planning, scheduling, risk management, and reporting. Familiarity with product documentation standards, quality assurance, and test planning. Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, JIRA, or similar). Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Preferred / Nice-to-Have

PMP or other project management certification. Experience with

embedded hardware and software integration . Knowledge of

manufacturing processes, DFM/DFT principles , and production validation. Experience in regulated or security-conscious industries (defence, aerospace, telecommunications). Familiarity with NPI metrics, KPIs, and continuous improvement practices. Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Full-time Job function

Engineering and Project Management Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting Software Development Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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