Jobs · Management · California

Hardware Integration and NPI Engineering Operations Lead

Hyve Solutions · Fremont, CA · 2 wk ago
ManagementFull-time

Core Responsibilities

  • Own execution of engineering deliverables across hardware integration, manufacturing process development, NPI, and production ramp
  • Drive alignment and validation across HW, MFG Test, Quality, Supply Chain, and Development teams
  • Ensure readiness across all functions prior to pre-production and pilot builds
  • Plan and track manufacturing process development activities (BOM, process documentation, build readiness)
  • Track execution of pre-production and pilot builds, ensuring smooth transition to volume
  • Quickly resolve roadblocks related to material availability, line scheduling, and technical issues
  • Triage and manage escalations impacting build execution, factory output, and program timelines
  • Drive clarity of ownership and ensure no gaps in responsibility across functions
  • Lead execution reviews, daily/weekly operations cadence, and leadership updates

Qualifications & Skills

  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or relevant experience.
  • Experience: Experience in hardware integration, system engineering, or NPI manufacturing process development and transfer to mass production
  • Strong understanding of end-to-end product lifecycle from design through factory ramp
  • Strong experience with system and rack-level integration in NPI environments
  • Proven execution leadership across engineering and manufacturing organization
  • Proven ability to drive execution across cross-functional hardware engineering and manufacturing teams
  • Hands-on experience in production problem-solving

Communication & Leadership Expectations

  • Communicate clearly and effectively across engineering, manufacturing, and customers
  • Drive alignment across teams and stakeholders, including cross-functional organizations
  • Act as a technical leader and multiplier, elevating team capability and execution quality
  • Influence without authority, ensuring consistent execution and standards across sites

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