What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Engineer position at Synerfac?
Work directly for a Hartford County Connecticut manufacturer of components including cold forming, precision stamping, high speed machining, wire forming, strip rolling, and wire EDM for varied industries.
NPI Engineer (Materials)
Job Summary :
The NPI Engineer - Materials is responsible for managing the new product introduction (NPI) process for engineered materials products. This role oversees the development of new processes from prototype to full production release, following a stage gate approach. The engineer ensures successful contract manufacturing activities, process manufacturing readiness, and obtains all necessary approvals for release to serial production.
Supervisory Responsibilities : No
Duties / Responsibilities :
- Lead the NPI process for engineered materials products, managing all stages from prototype to pre-production and full release.
- Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for new products, ensuring efficient and cost-effective production.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and Sales to ensure successful product launches.
- Prepare and deliver presentations on project status and technical aspects to management and other stakeholders.
- Conduct and analyze feasibility studies for new product concepts and materials.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to meet product launch targets.
- Identify and mitigate risks throughout the NPI process.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations for precious metals and engineered materials.
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