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Junior NPI Engineer (Level 1)
Launch Your Engineering Career in Advanced Manufacturing
Are you an early-career engineer looking to grow your skills in project management, manufacturing engineering, and new product introduction? We are seeking a motivated Junior NPI Engineer (Level 1) to support the successful launch of new products into production within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience working cross-functionally with engineering, production, quality, and customers while building a strong technical foundation.
What You’ll Do
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from project kickoff through production launch
- Coordinate with multiple departments to ensure smooth transition of new products into manufacturing
- Review product documentation and engineering data to confirm manufacturability and completeness
- Assist with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) activities
- Participate in kickoff, readiness, and wrap-up meetings for new projects
- Work closely with customers, internal project teams, Test Engineering, and Design Engineering to resolve issues related to quality, design, materials, and processes
- Help manage project timelines and tasks using a structured phase-gate process
- Create and process Internal Change Requests (ICRs) and engineering documentation updates
- Identify manufacturing or process issues and help develop practical solutions
- Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance manufacturability and production efficiency
- Complete customer feedback reports and follow internal change management procedures
- Maintain strong communication and collaboration across teams
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field
- 0–2 years of engineering or manufacturing experience (internships/co-ops considered)
- Exposure to manufacturing, production, or project coordination environments preferred
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Preferred Knowledge & Skills
- Basic understanding of SMT, selective soldering, and wave soldering processes
- Familiarity with manufacturing and machine shop operations
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and production documentation
- Experience with ERP systems preferred (Syteline experience a plus)
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Understanding of manufacturing documentation and change control processes
If you’re eager to start your engineering career and gain experience in product launches, manufacturing processes, and project coordination, we’d love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive pay and great benefits— including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off
- Be part of a company that’s growing, changing, and full of new opportunities
- A supportive, team-focused culture where your ideas matter
- Meaningful work that impacts industries making a difference in the world
Intervala utilizes and/or develops certain technologies which are subject to the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) or the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Intervala is required to verify the status of all employees to determine whether each employee is a U.S. Person or a Foreign Person for the purposes of determining if an export authorization is required to approve an employee’s access to export-controlled items, not as a condition for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Intervala, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.