Exowatt

Manufacturing/NPI Engineer

Austin, TX

full_time

$120,000-$170,000

About This Job

Key Interactions:

The Manufacturing/NPI Engineer will collaborate closely with the Design Engineering team and Product Management, while interfacing externally with suppliers and Contract Manufacturers to ensure design-for-manufacturability.

Job Summary:

The Manufacturing/NPI Engineer plays a crucial role in bridging product design with manufacturing capabilities for Exowatt's P3 flagship product. This position focuses on designing components and tooling for manufacturability across our key subsystems: optical collector, thermal energy storage solution, and high-temperature engine.

This person will:

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Lead design for manufacturing (DFM and DFA) initiatives using advanced CAD software to ensure product designs are optimized for mass production

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Create detailed 3D models and manufacturing drawings for tooling, fixtures, and production components

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Collaborate with design engineers to refine product designs for improved manufacturability, cost reduction and better quality.

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Develop comprehensive technical documentation including design specifications, BOMs, and assembly instructions

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Implement design solutions that streamline assembly processes and reduce manufacturing complexity

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Partner with suppliers to ensure tooling designs meet specifications and quality requirements

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Drive continuous design improvements through systematic testing and validation

Behavioral Competencies:

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Proactively identifies design challenges and develops creative solutions

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Consistently achieves project milestones while maintaining technical excellence

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Quickly establishes collaborative relationships across engineering and manufacturing teams

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Conducts thorough research on advanced manufacturing technologies and design techniques

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Builds effective networks with technical experts both internally and externally

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Demonstrates strong understanding of design-for-manufacturing principles

Technical Competencies:

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Educational Level: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field

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Advanced proficiency with 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, or similar) - REQUIRED

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Experience with GD&T and designing precision components for manufacturability

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Strong background in 3D modeling, tolerance analysis, and design validation

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Understanding of DFM/DFA principles and application to complex mechanical systems

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Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and tooling design

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Experience with simulation tools for evaluating design performance

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Excellent technical problem-solving and communication skills

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Previous work experience: 3+ years in product design, tooling design, or manufacturing engineering. Experience in thermal systems, optical components, or precision mechanical design is highly desirable.

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Ability to physically fulfill job responsibilities: 30%+ domestic and international travel required for supplier collaboration and production support.

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Previous experience in renewable energy, thermal systems, or similar industries is a plus

(Relocation assistance will be provided)

Manufacturing/NPI Engineer

About This Job

Key Interactions:

Job Summary:

This person will:

Behavioral Competencies:

Technical Competencies:

(Relocation assistance will be provided)

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