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NPI Engineer • Operations • Tampa, FL Description As an NPI Engineer at XTEND Tampa, you will serve as the critical technical bridge between R&D and mass production. In an ecosystem that includes a Configuration Manager (focused on PLM/ECO) and a Production Engineer (focused on assembly and jigs), your role is to ensure that engineering designs are mature, high-quality, and scalable. You will focus on hardware optimization, technical vendor management (EMS), and leading complex Transfer to Production (TTP) processes. MBOM/ FCC- Technical evaluation of components Main Responsibilities • Engineering Focal Point. • Act as the primary technical liaison between engineering and production teams, leading Design Reviews for DFM (Manufacturing), DFA (Assembly), and DFT (Testing). • Transfer to Production (TTP). • Lead NPI activities from prototype phase through mass production, ensuring smooth transition and preventing technical bottlenecks. • Quality & Yield Management. • Define Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) features, manage First Article Inspection (FAI) reports, and perform deep-dive Failure Analysis (RCA) on hardware components. • Technical Interface. • Maintain continuous technical communication with Contract Manufacturers (EMS) and strategic suppliers, both locally and globally. • Content Integrity. • Responsible for technical accuracy of product files, BOMs, and specifications before implementation into the PLM system by the Configuration Manager. • Production Support (MBOM). • Support production line bring-up, manage Alpha/Beta builds, and analyze production yields to ensure continuity and scalability. Requirements • Education -BS in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering. • 3–5 years of experience in engineering/NPI roles supporting multidisciplinary products (hardware, mechanical, and software). • Technical Skills-Strong hands-on experience with electronics manufacturing including PCBAs and complex integrated systems. • Engineering Proficiency- High proficiency reading schematics, CAD models, and complex engineering drawings. • Vendor Management-Experience managing turnkey projects and technical communication with EMS providers. • Analytical Thinking- Ability to perform systematic root-cause analysis for hardware failures. • Excellent teamwork and English communication skills for global vendor interface. • Self-motivated and capable of operating in a fast-paced startup environment. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with SolidWorks / Visio /OrCAD. • Familiarity with Priority ERP. • Experience with Arena PLM. • Background in drones, robotics, or aerospace systems.