New Product Development (NPD) Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Execute fluid and thermal simulations to validate performance targets
• Develop and implement comprehensive testing and validation plans
• Create initial concept drawings and BOMs with appropriate component selections; design efficient P&ID layouts
• Deliver project engineering artifacts within a stage-gate process (e.g., Engineering Requirements Specification, FMEA, etc.)
• Assess IP landscape risks and opportunities; provide actionable recommendations
• Ensure equipment design complies with applicable codes and standards (e.g., SEMI S2, SEMI S22, NFPA)
• Support equipment deployment (BETA) which may include field oversight of installation and commissioning activities

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering (or a related field)
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in developing new products or leading product development initiatives
• Demonstrated proficiency with thermal/fluids simulation tools and CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks)
• Familiarity with stage-gate project management, risk assessment (e.g., FMEA), and requirement specifications
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards relevant to equipment design and safety

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering (or a related field)
• Experience translating market needs into technical requirements and driving them through a formal development process
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills; ability to influence cross-functional teams
• Experience with manufacturing-scale product development and pilot/testing
• Familiarity with IP landscape analysis and basic patent awareness
• Exposure to SEMI standards or NFPA-related safety requirements in a manufacturing/engineering context
• Project leadership or mentoring experience