NPI Engineering Project Manager

Maxonic maintains a close and long-term relationship with our direct client. In support of their needs, we are looking for a NPI Engineering Project Manager Job Description: Job Title: NPI Engineering Project Manager Job Type: Fulltime Job Location: Fremont, CA or Nashville, TN Work Schedule: Onsite 5 days a week The New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineering Project Manager coordinates cross-functional efforts to execute NPI projects and ensure successful product launches. This position works closely with headquarters Program Management, Global Alignment Team (GAT) PMs, local engineering teams, Manufacturing Program Managers (MPMs), and customers to manage project schedules, allocate resources, mitigate risks, and deliver on time. This position is part of the Engineering Services team, which works across departments to support the engineering and operation teams with technical expertise in electronics, operational software, and systems integration. Responsibilities Project Management Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including schedules, milestones, and resource allocations. Track deliverables across engineering, manufacturing, and quality functions to ensure timely execution. Lead build readiness reviews and coordinate execution of engineering and validation builds. Product Development Support Partner with design and validation teams during development phases, ensuring alignment with project goals and customer requirements. Oversee engineering change orders (ECOs) and documentation to support product release. Support cost, manufacturability, and scalability considerations throughout NPI Risk and Issue Management Identify risks early, implement mitigation plans, and monitor progress against critical paths. Drive resolution of technical or schedule issues with urgency and accountability. Cross-Functional Communication Serve as the central point of contact for all project updates and escalations. Provide regular reports and reviews to internal stakeholders, senior leadership, and customers. Collaborate with suppliers and customers to align on requirements, schedules, and deliverables. Quality and Continuous Improvement Coordinate with Quality teams to address issues during prototype and pilot builds. Support lessons-learned reviews and process improvements for future NPIs. Qualifications: Proven ability to lead NPI projects from concept through mass production in the hardware industry. Strong understanding of server hardware architecture, system-level validation, and the product lifecycle. Practical knowledge of manufacturing processes, validation builds, and quality control systems. Skilled in program management methodologies, including risk management, scheduling, and resource planning. Experience coordinating cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and customer-facing groups. Proficiency with project tracking and documentation tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA, Confluence). Certifications such as PMP, Six Sigma, or Lean Manufacturing preferred. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills in a dynamic environment. Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment with multiple languages spoken, bilingual in Mandarin a plus. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. Minimum 3 years of program or project management experience in technology or hardware manufacturing. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Ability to access and navigate various departments within company facilities. Ability to travel internationally. Ability to travel between buildings within a 10-mile radius occasionally. This is a FULLY ONSITE position; must be able to report onsite daily. About Maxonic: Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals are specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied clients. Interested in Applying? Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Lavanya Dommeti (/ (510) 613-4997) for more details.

Created: 2026-03-04