Senior NPI Mechanical Engineer
Quick Summary
Lead hands-on mechanical engineering execution across multiple concurrent hardware NPI programs, ensuring on-time delivery through prototype, EVT, DVT, and PVT builds.
Not eligible Is Sponsorship Available?No Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.
To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Senior NPI Mechanical Engineer located in Milpitas, CA
Reporting to the Director, Program Management, the Senior NPI Mechanical Engineer will work closely with vendors, suppliers, and external manufacturing partners to ensure mechanical components, assemblies, and full systems meet design intent and quality expectations during all NPI phases.
This role is highly engineering-focused, requiring deep mechanical insight, strong support, rigorous validation, and the ability to solve complex integration issues on the spot
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Lead hands-on mechanical engineering execution across multiple concurrent hardware NPI programs, ensuring on-time delivery through prototype, EVT, DVT, and PVT builds.
- →Own mechanical build readiness by driving detailed analyses (tolerance stack-ups, GD&T, DFM/DFA reviews) to ensure manufacturable, assembly-ready designs.
- →Plan and execute mechanical validation (fit/form/function, reliability testing, failure analysis) and translate results into design/build improvements.
- →Provide direct build-floor support during prototype and pilot events, performing hands-on assembly, fixture setup, fit checks, torque/alignment, and verification activities.
- →Rapidly debug and resolve mechanical/electrical/system integration issues, driving containment, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions for build-time failures.
- →Partner with vendors/CMs/suppliers on mechanical readiness, DFM feedback, tooling/pilot support, and quality acceptance; maintain robust engineering documentation (ECOs, drawings, validation reports, work instructions, FMEAs) and communicate clearly cross-functionally.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
- 6+ years of mechanical engineering experience, with significant hands-on hardware development.
- Demonstrated experience supporting or leading multiple NPI hardware programs.
- Strong understanding of mechanical design, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and fabrication processes.
- Proven hands-on engineering skills in assembly, validation, debugging, and failure analysis.
- Experience working directly with vendors and contract manufacturers.
- Strong communication and technical leadership abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Smartsheet, and Microsoft Project is required to support effective project planning, tracking, and communication.
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- Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Matching 401(k) Contributions
- Vacation and Paid Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
Application Deadline:
Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.
Job Posting Start Date 09-17-2026 Job Posting End Date 10-17-2026The base pay range for this position is provided below. The final base rate offered will be determined using job-related, non-discriminatory criteria, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, geographic location, education, external market data, and internal equity.
$114,300.00 USD - $157,100.00 USD AnnualIs Sponsorship Available?
NoFlex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- Posted
- September 17, 2026
- First seen
- October 2, 2026
- Last seen
- October 3, 2026
Posting Health
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- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 17%
- Scored at
- October 3, 2026
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