New Product Introduction Engineer at Halma plc

Rochester Hills, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jan, 26

Salary

115000.0

Posted On

13 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

New Product Introduction, Technical Development, Project Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Optical Systems Development, ISO Standards, 6Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, CAD Modeling, Technical Problem-Solving, Data Analysis, KPI Tracking, Manufacturability, Documentation, Quality Assurance, Leadership

Industry

electrical;Appliances;and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

About Us: Ocean Optics is a fast-paced, high performing and high growth organization that was recently named one of Orlando's Best Places to work! Our people thrive in an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative culture. Join our team of instigators of the possible where WE MEASURE WHAT MATTERS .For more information please visit http://www.oceanoptics.com ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Join world-class experts in finding answers to our customers’ toughest questions as a New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer. The NPI Engineer’s role is to provide crucial leadership and technical development skills to advance our new product developments projects from the engineering realm into a controlled production environment and to provide sustaining engineering level support. You will be at the intersection of design, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality. You will function as a player/coach on the team by taking an active, hand-on role in supporting the Design Engineering team during the development phase and become a technical product lead in supporting the pre-production and production transfer phases. This role is based in Rochester, NY, will report to the Director of Engineering, and requires daily on-site presence (although occasional remote work is allowable). Specifically, this role will: Manage the day-to-day activities and tasks of some engineering-level staff and engineering technicians across the organization, and serve as an individual contributor on new product development projects, primarily from a documentation, quality, manufacturing, and production side. Own New Product Introductions. Take point on ensuring new products are designed with an emphasis on manufacturability, have all the necessary documentation, assembly instructions, test procedures, and KPI tracking methods in place to ensure high-quality, low defect products are produced in a timely manner according to engineering prescribed performance metrics. Strong experience with ISO, 6Sigma, PPAP, PFMEA, DFMEA and an ability to lead root cause analysis investigations is important. Technical Project Management: Work closely with Design Engineering Leadership and Project Management teams to help accelerate new product introductions into a Production environment and see to the successful execution and technical support of new programs. Draw from your engineering experience and provide guidance and training to systems engineering technicians for the build, test, and shipment of sophisticated optical instrumentation. Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments within Design Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Production, Finance, Supply Chain, etc. Prepare and Review Reports: Generate detailed reports on system performance, quantitatively analyze data, create control charts, and track essential KPIs. Other duties as assigned. ABOUT THE CANDIDATE Our ideal candidate brings a broad engineering background and should possess: Education: Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Electrical, Mechanical, Optics, or other engineering field. Experience: 3-8+ years of work experience ideally in optics, electronics, full systems development, integration/test, and engineering management. Desired Skills: Enthusiasm for collaboration and leadership. A demonstrated understanding of experimental methods and testing. Experience in optical systems development. Familiarity with CAD Modeling (using SolidWorks or similar). Excellent high-level technical presentation skills. Excellent computer skills and savviness with modern technologies. Strong technical problem-solving ability. An entrepreneurial spirit and mindset, bringing a natural curiosity for what “can be” and the willingness to challenge boundaries. Ability to deal with ambiguity, navigate uncertain situations, and drive for clarity. Ability to operate effectively in a highly-matrixed organization, influencing culture and decisions. Strong bias for action, a high sense of urgency and the ability to drive results. Proven ability to work independently. High standard of ethics and integrity. Background in optics is desirable but not required. Ability to travel domestically or internationally as-needed. ABOUT THE COMPANY Ocean Optics pioneered miniature spectrometers and deliver spectral solutions to researchers, OEMs, and industrial customers, also designs and builds industrial-grade photonics systems for material inspection, chemical identification, and quality assurance. At Ocean We Measure What Matters, and our Mission is to design precise photonics systems to solve customer measurement challenges to make the world safer, cleaner, and healthier. We have discovered, refined, and delivered new approaches to solving problems with spectroscopy and imaging technologies. Backed by deep experience, we are working within applications including biomedical, semiconductors, research & science, industrial, environmental, food & agriculture, and safety & security. We partner with customers to achieve ambitious goals, leveraging the power of light for advancement in health, safety, and the environment. With more than 200 employees worldwide, including in the US, Europe, and Asia, we leverage the wealth of knowledge from a diverse and multidisciplinary team, which drives our growth and high performance. Ocean Optics is a subsidiary of Halma plc, an international market leader in safety, health, and environmental technology. ABOUT THE PERKS Ocean Optics offers a comprehensive compensation package and health and wellness benefits. Also, as a member of the Halma Group of companies (www.halma.com), our employees enjoy excellent career development, networking, and advancement opportunities worldwide. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Ocean Optics is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. COMPENSATION The pay range for this position is $100,000 - $115,000 per year; however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. #LI-NE1 #LI-ONSITE Halma is a global group of life-saving technology companies with major operations in the UK, Mainland Europe, the USA and Asia Pacific. Our purpose is to grow a safer, cleaner, healthier future for everyone, every day. Halma offers career opportunities for both senior leaders and for graduates.We welcome experienced professionals who are inspired by our purpose, who are entrepreneurial and who want to help take our companies to the next level of growth. Our graduate program offers a unique experience to work in the Halma companies across the world. http://www.halma.com

Responsibilities

The NPI Engineer will lead and support new product development projects, ensuring they transition smoothly from engineering to production. This role involves managing engineering staff and collaborating with various departments to ensure high-quality product outcomes.