New Product Introduction (NPI) Test Engineer

The Next Level of Fire & Life Safety Leadership

With more than two centuries of combined history, brands like Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech have been leading the way in protecting people and property around the world. Now, we’re taking that leadership to the next level. Kidde Global Solutions brings together the most trusted and iconic brands in safety, building upon our shared experience and expertise to address the needs and challenges of more customers in more places. With an unmatched portfolio of solutions and services, and a commitment to constant innovation we’re elevating the standards for an entire industry – and establishing the next level of fire and life safety leadership.

At Kidde Global Solutions, you’re joining a global technology leader in fire and life safety solutions and our employees are the heart of it all. With industry-defining brands in life safety and security, you’ll be part of a legacy of leadership working with cutting-edge technologies that protect lives and property worldwide. As a leading fire safety brand, our mission is to provide solutions that protect people and property from the effects of fire and related hazards. We’re committed to expanding our impact and providing dynamic opportunities for growth within our team. You’ll be part of a company that prioritizes quality, integrity, collaboration, and customer care, with the resources, training, and incentives to ensure your success every step of the way.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be part of an innovative, mission-driven team, apply now!

New Product Introduction (NPI) Test Engineer

Location: Bradenton, FL

Base Salary Rate: $83,300.00 - $98,000.00

Job type: Full-time

About This Role

As a Project Lead in the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering group, you will be responsible for driving both strategic and tactical execution of all aspects of New Product Introduction (NPI) activities. This includes ensuring the successful transfer of products and processes from development into full-scale production.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with R&D, Design, and Manufacturing teams to define test requirements for new products.
• Design and develop test plans, procedures, and fixtures for functional, in-circuit, and system-level testing.
• Lead the implementation and validation of test systems for pilot and production builds.
• Support prototype and pilot builds, ensuring BOM accuracy, process documentation, and issue resolution.
• Analyze test data to identify trends, root causes of failures, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Participate in design and process reviews, including PFMEA and control plan development.
• Support Design for Testability (DFT) initiatives to ensure efficient and effective test coverage.
• Work with suppliers and contract manufacturers to transfer test processes and ensure readiness for volume production.
• Maintain documentation for test procedures, equipment calibration, and validation reports.
• Drive continuous improvement in test yield, cycle time, and cost.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality systems.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3 years of experience in test engineering, preferably in a manufacturing or NPI environment.
• 2 years of Experience with PCB-level in-circuit testing (e.g., Agilent, Spea, Checksum), functional test systems, and data acquisition hardware.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• BS Electrical Engineering or related field
• Strong knowledge of functional test methodologies, instrumentation, and automation tools (e.g., LabVIEW, TestStand).
• Solid understanding of DFM/DFA principles, lean manufacturing, and quality systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Solid technical and theoretical background in electronics.
• Experience in product and process development for the electronics/electro-mechanical industry, including circuit board assembly and test processes.
• Proficiency in statistical data analysis tools.
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

Individuals may be eligible for an annual performance bonus based on both individual and company’s performance. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the job requirements. Kidde Global Solutions is committed to providing a competitive benefits package to our employees including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, company holidays), 401(k) with employer match, EAP assistance, and more.

World Leaders in Fire and Life Safety

Kidde Global Solutions is a world leader in fire & life safety solutions tailored for complex commercial facilities to homes. Through iconic, industry-defining brands including Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech, we provide residential and commercial customers with advanced solutions and services to protect people and property in a wide range of applications, all around the globe.

Kidde Global Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.