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NPI Manufacturing Engineer at Stored Energy Systems in Longmont, CO
ExperiencedOn-siteFull-timeLongmont, CO$95k–$139k/yr
Job Description
Who We Are
Stored Energy Systems (SENS) is an award-winning manufacturer of premium quality power conversion products located in Longmont, CO. In business for over 50 years, SENS is the market leader with a proven track record of providing highly reliable battery chargers, DC power systems, and related products to industrial markets. For more information on our company please see our web site at www.sens-usa.com.
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Summary
Stored Energy Systems (SENS) is developing exciting new products, expanding our manufacturing capabilities, and introducing new technologies to support our continued growth. We're looking for a hands-on New Product Introduction (NPI) Manufacturing Engineer who is excited to lead new product industrialization from engineering development through production release and ramp-up.
In this role, you’ll develop and implement manufacturing processes, tooling and equipment and collaborate across engineering, operations, and quality to support successful product launches. You’ll solve complex manufacturing challenges and improve production efficiency, quality, and capacity as SENS develops new products and expands its manufacturing capabilities.
This is an opportunity to own projects from concept through execution and see the results of your work come to life on the factory floor.
Responsibilities
- Lead the industrialization of new products from engineering development through pilot builds, production release, and ramp-up, ensuring on-time delivery and manufacturing readiness.- Develop, validate, and optimize manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, and equipment to achieve production targets for safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
- Design and implement production line layouts, workflows, and manufacturing solutions to support new products and increasing production volumes.
- Own NPI manufacturing project execution, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing schedules and deliverables, and proactively resolving risks to successful product launches.
- Lead pilot production builds, establish acceptance criteria, validate manufacturing processes, and resolve issues before full production release.
- Collaborate with product design engineering to conduct Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFM/A) reviews, identify manufacturing risks, and drive design improvements.
- Develop and validate production documentation, including work instructions, assembly procedures, tooling requirements, process failure mode and effects analyses (PFMEAs), and process control plans, ensuring production teams are trained and ready.
- Implement new manufacturing processes, equipment, and technologies that improve cycle times, first-pass yield, production capacity, and manufacturing costs.
- Establish and monitor manufacturing performance metrics during product launch and ramp-up, driving corrective actions and continuous improvement.
- Ensure successful handoff of new products and manufacturing processes to production and manufacturing engineering (ongoing production support), including validated processes, complete documentation, employee training, and closure or approved disposition of outstanding launch issues.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, industrialization, process development, or new product introduction within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience releasing a new product from DFM through production release. Including production line setup, pilot builds, manufacturing process qualification, PFMEAs, and production readiness reviews.
- Demonstrated experience developing and implementing manufacturing processes, tooling, or equipment to support new product launches.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing principles, Lean methodologies, process validation, and root cause analysis.
- Experience managing technical projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, and delivering results against defined schedules.
- Proficiency with CAD software and the ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Strong hands-on problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and implement effective solutions.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience industrializing electromechanical products, power electronics, electrical systems, or complex electrical assemblies.
- Experience implementing manufacturing automation, advanced equipment, or digital manufacturing technologies.
- Experience in high-mix, low-volume or high-volume manufacturing environments.
- Demonstrated success improving manufacturing KPIs such as first-pass yield, cycle time, production capacity, or manufacturing cost.
Location: Longmont, CO
Base Compensation: $95,000 - $139,000 is the projected range of annual base salary for this role depending on the candidate’s overall qualifications and experience.
Bonus: This position is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
Closing Date: November 30th. While we expect to keep the position open through this date, the posting may be extended or closed early based on applicant volume and hiring needs.
Onsite Perks
- Free gym with 24/7 access
- Free Electric Vehicle charging
- Breakfast and Lunch Café
- After hours Grab & Go snacks
- Basketball court
- Walking paths
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with immediate vesting
- Employee referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development
At SENS, our culture is rooted in a set of core values that reflect who we are and how we work. In a recent 2025 poll, our employees identified the values that best define us: “Innovative”, “Respectful”, “Inviting”, “Flexible”, “Collaborative”, and “Growth Driven”. Our team describes us as a dynamic, forward-thinking company where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, fully dedicated to fostering inclusion and diversity. We welcome all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
We hope you're interested in making a difference with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every qualification listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.