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NPI & Product Engineering Manager

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Austin, TX
Senior level
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Austin, TX
Senior level
Leads Process, Industrial, Product Engineering, and New Product Introduction teams across manufacturing and service operations. Drives product launches, transfers, customer implementations, operational excellence, continuous improvement, automation, digital transformation, capacity planning, facility layouts, and KPI performance. Partners with cross-functional teams and customers while managing risk, business continuity, capital proposals, and scalable engineering solutions across manufacturing, fulfillment, repair, refurbishment, and reverse logistics.
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Job Summary

We are seeking a strategic, results-driven NPI Engineering Manager to lead Process, Industrial, Product Engineering, and New Product Introduction (NPI) functions within our Global Services & Solutions organization. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, supporting business growth, leading product launches, and developing scalable engineering solutions across manufacturing and service operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and develop Process, Industrial, Product Engineering, and NPI teams.
  • Drive engineering strategy, operational excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Lead new product introductions, product transfers, customer implementations, and operational expansions.
  • Partner with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, IT, and customers to ensure successful execution of business objectives.
  • Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, automation, Industry 4.0, AI, and digital transformation initiatives.
  • Develop capacity plans, process flows, labor models, and facility layouts to support growth.
  • Manage engineering support for manufacturing, fulfillment, logistics, repair, refurbishment, and reverse logistics operations.
  • Establish KPIs, dashboards, and performance metrics to improve quality, productivity, and cost performance.
  • Lead risk management, contingency planning, and business continuity efforts.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field.
  • 8+ years of engineering, manufacturing, operations, or NPI experience, including leadership responsibilities.
  • Experience leading Process, Industrial, Product Engineering, and/or NPI teams.
  • Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, continuous improvement, and operational excellence methodologies.
  • Experience with manufacturing processes, automation, robotics, Industry 4.0, and digital transformation initiatives.
  • Proven success managing customer-facing engineering programs, product launches, and operational transformations.
  • Strong business acumen with experience developing business cases, ROI analyses, and capital investment proposals.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
  • Experience in GSS, EMS, aftermarket services, repair, refurbishment, or reverse logistics environments.
  • Knowledge of ERP, MES, WMS, PLM, and data analytics platforms.
  • Experience supporting multi-site or global operations.

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

  • Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Matching 401(k) Contributions
  • Vacation and Paid Sick Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

Job Posting Start Date 10-19-2026 Job Posting End Date 12-21-2026 Job CategoryProduction Engineering

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [email protected] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

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