NPI Quality Engineer

Position: NPI Quality Engineer Location: Nashua, NHPOSITION SUMMARY:We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented NPI Quality Engineer to serve as the primary advocate for quality from initial concept through mass production. This role acts as the “voice of the customer” within cross-functional teams, ensuring every new design is robust, compliant, and ready for a zero-defect launch. You will serve as a key liaison between our Nashua, NH site and our global manufacturing locations in Mexico, Vietnam, and China, ensuring seamless technical transfers and excellence in documentation.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:NPI Quality Planning & ExecutionCreate and maintain Quality Plans, Control Plans, and Inspection Plans for new productsPerform and facilitate Design Reviews, DFMEA, and PFMEA activitiesDevelop and help execute Design Verification and Validation (DV/PV) plans, including test method development and statistical analysisLead FAI (First Article Inspection) submissions and approvals with customers and internal stakeholdersSupplier & Process QualitySupport supplier selection, qualification, and ongoing development for new componentsConduct supplier process audits and PPAP reviewsCollaborate with Manufacturing Engineering on process capability studies (Cp/Cpk, Gage R&R) and production line qualificationRisk Management & Problem SolvingIdentify, assess, and mitigate quality risks throughout the product lifecycleLead root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, etc.) for NPI issuesCapture and drive Lessons Learned and Best Practices into future programsCompliance & Continuous ImprovementEnsure products meet applicable standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, AS9100, FDA, etc., depending on industry)Support internal and external audits (customer, certification body, regulatory)Champion continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, Six Sigma, Lean) within the NPI processCompliance & Continuous ImprovementEnsure products meet applicable standards (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 13485, AS9100, FDA, etc. – depending on industry)Support internal and external audits (customer, certification body, regulatory)Champion continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, Six Sigma, Lean) within the NPI processCross-functional CollaborationAct as the primary quality interface with Design Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing, Sourcing, and Customer teamsParticipate in daily and weekly NPI program meetings and gate reviewsPresent quality status and risks to leadershipIdentify and facilitate initiatives related to cost improvement, quality enhancement, and product performance benchmarkingAbility to travel domestically and internationally up to 15–25%QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (Master’s preferred)4–8 years of Quality Engineering experience in a manufacturing environmentMinimum of 3 years of direct NPI / New Product Development quality experienceStrong working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC, and GD&TExperience with formal problem-solving methodologies (8D, DMAIC, A3)Proficiency with statistical tools and software (Minitab, JMP, or equivalent)Solid understanding of drawing interpretation and GD&T (ASME Y14.5)Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and document controlFamiliarity with PLM, ERP, and MES systems (Windchill, SAP, Teamcenter, etc.)Proficiency with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferredASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) preferredExperience in regulated industries (Automotive, Medical Device, Aerospace, Electronics)Knowledge of advanced quality tools (QFD, DOE, ORT, reliability testing, FTA)Excellent communication skills, enabling collaboration with technical and non-technical personnel, including assembly process engineers across multiple regions

Salary : $72,700 - $93,900