Chefman

Manufacturing Engineer/NPI Engineer

Mahwah New Jersey

Sponsorship not specified$50k-$75kDetected 12 days ago

ERPSolidWorksCreoGD&TMechanical DesignMicrosoft Office

About the role

This is a highly cross-functional, travel-intensive role requiring deep expertise in manufacturing processes, tooling validation, and root-cause failure analysis.

Drive NPI from early prototype through tooling validation and into high-volume mass production, ensuring quality, cost, and timing targets are met at every milestone
Serve as the primary engineering liaison between US design teams, TPMs, and China manufacturing partners across all phases of production
Monitor daily production yields, analyze FPY data, and implement CAPA with factory quality teams to drive continuous improvement
Lead technical deep-dives into component and system-level failures - including thermal, mechanical, and cosmetic issues - using 8D methodologies to identify root causes and prevent recurrence
Support tooling development and validation including injection molding, sheet metal, and electromechanical components
Develop and maintain manufacturing process documentation including BOMs, work instructions, assembly procedures, and process flow diagrams
Collaborate with quality teams to define inspection criteria, testing protocols, and acceptance standards

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
3-5 years of experience in manufacturing or NPI engineering, preferably in consumer electronics or small appliances
Bilingual in Mandarin Chinese and English. required
ability to communicate technical concepts fluently in both languages on the factory floor is essential
Proficiency in SolidWorks or CREO
Hands-on experience with injection molding, plastics, sheet metal, and electromechanical assembly processes
Strong working knowledge of FPY metrics, CAPA processes, and production quality systems
Strong understanding of GD&T, DFMEA, and quality control methodologies
Bilingual in Mandarin Chinese and English - required; ability to communicate technical concepts fluently in both languages on the factory floor is essential
Demonstrated experience leading root cause analysis using 8D, 5-Why, or Fishbone methodologies
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with ERP/PLM systems is a plus
The opportunity to work on innovative connected kitchen appliances at a fast-growing consumer brand
A collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where your work directly impacts the products consumers use every day
Competitive compensation, international travel support, and room to grow with a company redefining the kitchen experience

Must be US-based (Mahwah, NJ preferred) with ability to travel to China 50-75% of the time for extended factory stays
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
experience with ERP/PLM systems is a plus
Familiarity with IoT or connected product manufacturing is a strong plus

Chefman is one of North America's leading brands of small kitchen appliances, committed to building best-in-class products that make cooking accessible and enjoyable.
In 2020, we launched CHEF iQ - an ecosystem of connected smart kitchen appliances designed to transform how the world cooks through intuitive guided cooking experiences and IoT-enabled technology.

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