NPD Launch Engineer - Leeds, AL

Job Overview

The NPD Launch Engineer will be responsible for working with our NPD (New Product Development) department to take initial product designs through the prototyping, production trial and production launch phases of our NPD cycle. They will be responsible for owning and managing the implementation of Manufacturing and Quality Engineering functions regarding new product development projects for the Switching and Fusing Business Unit.

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A Day In The Life

• Research and implement / Improve production methodologies
• Involved in assembly method development for new products
• Create and Implement Manufacturing Plans
• Specify manufacturing location, equipment to be used, perform cycle time analysis
• Utilize 3-D modeling software to assist in fixture and tooling design (Inventor preferred)
• Utilize AutoCAD or the like to update plant layouts with new cells
• Create new cellswith lean manufacturing in mind
• Create capital justifications and follow through to cell runoff and operator training.
• Take the lead on Quality functions for NPD Projects
• Coordinate PFMEA and DFMEA
• Create Quality Control Plans
• Specify, purchase and implement quality tools
• Coordinating and Facilitating prototype assembly trials
• Completing Pilot Run Verification Testing (FAI)
• Maintaining project timelines to meet NPD launch target dates
• Validating Manufacturing and QA systems during launch and first production runs
• Facilitating training regarding NPD products and associated processes

What will help you thrive in this role?

Required :

BS in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Minimum 7 Years Engineering work experience

Project Management

Lean Knowledge

Demonstrated ability in manufacturing cell start up

Demonstrated ability to lead and effectively communicate with cross functional teams

Preferred :

SAP

Project Management Software

This is more than a job-it's a chance to shape the future of our products and processes. If you're passionate about innovation, problem-solving, and making a tangible impact, we want to hear from you! #LI-HB1

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Utility Solutions

Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA : M / F / Veteran / Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.