New Product Introduction Engineer

Here at LionsBot, we are all one team, striving together for excellence.We are seeking a highly skilled and organized key member in Lionsbot’s New Product Introduction (NPI) team. You will play a critical role in bridging the gap between Product Development and Manufacturing. You will be responsible for driving the seamless industrialization of new products from the early-stage prototypes to full-scale production, ensuring robust documentation, process readiness, and cross-functional alignment. Your expertise will be vital in identifying and resolving design and manufacturability issues, especially when scaling up production internally or transferring to contract manufacturers.What you will doLead the transition of products from development to manufacturing, ensuring readiness for both in-house and contract manufacturing environmentsDevelop, maintain and control manufacturing documentation (BOMs, Work Instructions, Assembly Drawings, Test Protocols, SOPs)Identify and document design improvements required for production scaling during DV (Design Validation) and PV (Production Validation) phasesPlan and execute pilot/pre-production builds to validate product and process readinessSupport, develop and validate manufacturing process, jigs and fixturesIdentify and close gaps in design, documentation, or process that may impact CM productionSupport supplier onboarding activities including FAI (First Article Inspection), PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) and process auditsLead on-the-ground troubleshooting and implement corrective actionsAct as the technical liaison between internal and external partners for smooth collaboration and issue resolution (Production, R&D, Supply Chain, Quality Team, Suppliers)Participate and execute ECN/ECO/ECR processes, ensuring timely communication and implementation of changes across stakeholdersMaintain and update technical documentation including assembly instructions, wiring diagrams, service manuals, revision histories, and BOMs.Drive initiatives to improve product manufacturability, reduce cost and enhance qualityAnalyze build and field data to identify trends and implement design or process improvementsWhat you will needBachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering3-5 years of hands-on experience in NPI or Manufacturing Engineering, preferably in high-mix, low-to-medium volume environmentsProven track record of transferring products from development to both in-house and contract manufacturingStrong technical expertise in mechanical design, mechatronic systems, and complex assembly operations (assembly, electronics, wiring, software integration and testing)Proficient in interpreting mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and GD&TFamiliar with manufacturing processes including machining, injection molding, sheet metal and electronicsExperience with pilot builds, tooling validation, process qualificationExperience with supplier qualifications (PPAP, FAI, audits)Working knowledge of change management systems (ECN/ECO/ECR) and configuration controlStrong root cause analysis capabilities using multiple structured problem-solving methodologies (PFMEA, 5-Why, 8D, Ishikawa)Familiarity with Solidworks Composer and wiring diagram softwares is preferredComfortable working on the production floor and collaborating with cross-functional teams, driving alignment between engineering, operations and suppliers.Good to have: Experience with AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles), AMRs (Autonomous Mobile Robots), or similar autonomous robotic systems used in material handling or factory automationIf you have a passion for product development, enjoy working with cross-functional teams, and have experience in the sectors we serve, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Our work environment is dynamic and collaborative, where you'll work alongside a team of experts who share your enthusiasm for building robots. Apply now and join our team that's shaping the future of cleaning robots!