NPD Engineer

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Job Scope

Do you thrive in a cross-functional, quality-driven environment and enjoy leading products from concept to commercialization? If so, this role as NPD Engineer is for you.

Join Vernay as a New Product Development (NPD) Engineer and play a key role in shaping innovative solutions that meet the highest standards in the automotive and medical industries.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Skills

  • Lead new product development projects from concept through prototype and full-scale launch.
  • Collaborate with Sales, Chemists, and R&D to define requirements and translate them into functional solutions.
  • Drive timely execution of prototypes, First Article Inspection (FAI), ISIR/PPAP, and IQ/OQ/PQ.
  • Apply lean manufacturing and APQP principles throughout development.
  • Use simulation and data tools to support internal and external customer applications.
  • Document customer communication, risk analysis, and timelines with precision.
  • Support cross-functional teams with your technical knowledge and problem-solving ability.
  • Participate in continuous improvement and 5S initiatives.

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (Mechanical, Industrial, or Materials preferred); PMP certification highly desirable.
  • 5+ years of experience in end-to-end product development (prototype to launch).
  • Strong project management skills with experience tracking progress, budgets, and timelines.
  • Proficiency with APQP Core Tools (Control Plan, FMEA, MSA, SPC).
  • Solid understanding of statistics and experience using MiniTab or similar tools.
  • Working knowledge of rubber molding, injection molding, and related testing equipment.
  • Effective communication with global teams and customers; willingness to travel occasionally.
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States. No visa sponsorship will be provided.

How to Apply

Ready to take the lead in quality excellence? Apply now and help us deliver the best to our customers—every single time.

Send your cover letter and resume to hr@vernay.com.

Vernay Career Opportunities

Since its founding over 70 years ago, Vernay has developed into a trusted fluid control specialist serving leading OEM’s and emerging companies in the Automotive, Medical, Consumer/ Specialty, Printer and Small Engine industries.

The company maintains engineering and manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe and Asia as part of its strategy to provide customers with global reach and local service.  Vernay manufactures, assembles and tests complex flow-control components and devices utilizing a wide range of production technologies including rubber injection molding and finishing equipment. Vernay is searching for an important addition to its team in Griffin, GA – an experienced LIM Engineer with excellent leadership, communication, and problem solving skills.

We offer a challenging and independent position in a growing international company with excellent conditions of employment.  Vernay is committed to promoting a healthy lifestyle for our employees. We are proud to be a tobacco and drug free workplace. Selected candidates must pass a pre-employment drug/tobacco test.