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Job Title: New Product Introduction EngineerJob Description
The New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer manages the transition of new products from development into full-scale production. This role ensures that manufacturing processes, equipment, product designs, and supporting documentation are thoroughly evaluated, optimized, and prepared for successful product launch and ongoing manufacturing. The NPI Engineer collaborates closely with cross-functional teams in Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations to develop scalable, repeatable production processes and to facilitate a seamless transfer into routine manufacturing operations.
Responsibilities
The role operates within a regulated manufacturing environment that adheres to formal quality management systems such as GMP, ISO, or AS9100. The NPI Engineer works closely with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations, balancing time between office-based work for documentation and planning and production-floor activities for process development, validation, and improvement. The environment emphasizes structured processes, compliance, and continuous improvement to support reliable product launches and stable manufacturing operations.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Southampton, PA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $105000.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
The New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer manages the transition of new products from development into full-scale production. This role ensures that manufacturing processes, equipment, product designs, and supporting documentation are thoroughly evaluated, optimized, and prepared for successful product launch and ongoing manufacturing. The NPI Engineer collaborates closely with cross-functional teams in Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations to develop scalable, repeatable production processes and to facilitate a seamless transfer into routine manufacturing operations.
Responsibilities
- Lead the transition of new products from development into production, ensuring a smooth and controlled introduction into manufacturing.
- Evaluate and refine manufacturing processes, equipment, and product designs to ensure manufacturability, consistency, and scalability.
- Develop, implement, and optimize production processes to support new product launches and ongoing manufacturing operations.
- Plan and execute process development activities, including defining process parameters, workflows, and documentation.
- Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and throughput in a regulated manufacturing environment.
- Coordinate and perform process validation and qualification activities to ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
- Prepare and maintain supporting documentation for manufacturing processes, including work instructions, process specifications, and validation reports.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to identify and resolve issues impacting new product introduction and manufacturing transfer.
- Support product launch activities by ensuring production readiness, including equipment, processes, and documentation.
- Facilitate the transfer of products into routine manufacturing by providing training, guidance, and technical support to production teams.
- Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Mechanical, Industrial, or a similar engineering discipline.
- 3–5 years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (GMP preferred, ISO or AS9100 experience also considered).
- Hands-on experience in manufacturing engineering and new product introduction.
- Proven experience in process development, including defining, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes.
- Demonstrated process improvement experience in a production or regulated environment.
- Experience with process validation and qualification activities.
- Background in product launch or manufacturing transfer, including coordination across cross-functional teams.
- Strong understanding of manufacturability and the ability to design or refine processes for scalable, repeatable production.
- Ability to work effectively with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams.
- Experience working under GMP, ISO, or AS9100 quality management systems.
- Exposure to both development and production environments, bridging design and manufacturing.
- Strong documentation skills, including creation and maintenance of process instructions and validation records.
- Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency, quality, and reliability.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional team interactions.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify root causes and implement robust process solutions.
The role operates within a regulated manufacturing environment that adheres to formal quality management systems such as GMP, ISO, or AS9100. The NPI Engineer works closely with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations, balancing time between office-based work for documentation and planning and production-floor activities for process development, validation, and improvement. The environment emphasizes structured processes, compliance, and continuous improvement to support reliable product launches and stable manufacturing operations.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Southampton, PA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $105000.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Southampton,PA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Salary : $95,000 - $105,000