Manufacturing NPI Engineer

Manufacturing NPI Engineer Penguin Solutions - 5.0 Newark, CA Job Details $110,400 - $135,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Quality control corrective actions Six Sigma methodology implementation Performance Improvement (PI) Root cause analysis Data-driven decision making Full Job Description Solving complexity. Accelerating results. At Penguin Solutions, we understand the boundless potential of technology and support our customers in turning cutting-edge ideas into outcomes—faster, and at any scale. With over two decades of experience as trusted advisors, Penguin Solutions is an end-to-end technology company solving the industry's most complex challenges in computing, memory, and LED solutions. Penguin designs, builds, deploys, and manages high-performance, high-availability enterprise solutions, allowing customers to achieve their breakthrough innovations.

Manufacturing NPI Engineer Date Posted:

May 8, 2026

Requisition ID:

1925

Location:

Newark, CA, US, 94560 Manufacturing NPI Engineer Overview The New Product Introduction Engineer will lead continuous process improvement efforts, improve cost effectiveness and quality of Integrated Memory products. The position requires excellent problem-solving skills, use of quality tools, technical expertise in electronics manufacturing and system building of servers, storage and networking equipment. Responsibilities The NPI Engineer responsibilities will include, but not limited to: Support new product introduction into the manufacturing environment from prototype phase to high volume manufacturing. Drive process development & optimization, through design of experiments, for diverse set of products including high density memory modules, embedded flash assemblies and 3D packages. Solve complex process engineering problems in a creative and effective way and drive solutions through successful implementation. Perform DFM reviews across a broad range of products and provide technical guidance to engineering teams worldwide. Provide technical support on NPI and Process related issues to internal as well external customers. Support product reliability & qualification efforts. To drive process improvements for SMT manufacturing, mechanical assembly operations, PCBA rework process and additional engineering functions To develop new capabilities for business development and deployment of new equipment for production To develop, implement and monitor quality control activities for manufacturing processes To work with Design, Manufacturing, Test, and Quality teams for enhancing product and process quality To meet regulatory requirements for SMART products, labeling requirements, packaging needs, product and process qualification tasks To work with customers, suppliers and external labs on quality issues and failure analysis efforts Use of quality tools and lean tools for waste elimination and productivity increase Qualifications BS in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related discipline or equivalent experience

Experience:

3-5 years of relevant experience Ability to drive root cause analysis and corrective action implementation Ability to select and qualify engineering materials such as thermal interface material for heat sinks, adhesives for electronics, underfill materials, conformal coating, tooling needs. Demonstrated ability to perform data-driven decision making using Six Sigma tools and methodology to analyze process performance, identify root causes, and deliver measurable improvements. Good communication skills to interact with customers Location Newark, CA Travel Minimal Compensation & Benefits The base pay range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position in Newark, CA is $110,400 - 135,000; the pay ultimately offered may vary based on business considerations, including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education. The position is bonus-eligible, and there are medical, dental, and vision benefits available. There is a 401k saving plan and other benefits, such as Paid Time Off, Life Insurance, and an Employee Assistance Plan. Diversity and Inclusion Statement We are committed to creating a diverse environment that embraces differences and fosters inclusion. Equal Opportunity Statement We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly committed to all policies which will afford equal opportunity employment to all qualified persons without regard to age, national origin, race, ethnicity, creed, gender, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.