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Howmet Engines is a world-class producer of aero engine and industrial gas turbine components, including airfoils, rings, disks and forgings. We excel in vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high-performance parts that enable the next generation of quieter, more fuel-efficient aero engines and cleaner power generation. Howmet Dover Casting is a world-class supplier of complex, investment-cast turbine airfoils and other components for the aircraft engine and industrial gas turbine industries. Howmet Dover Alloy is a world-class supplier of vacuum and air-melted nickel- and cobalt-based superalloys to aerospace, gas turbine, medical and other high-technology industrial markets.
Howmet Aerospace is currently looking a Product Engineer to join our Casting Facility located in Dover, New Jersey. This shift will be primarily 1st shift but must have flexibility to work off shift hours.
Along with your pay, our company provides you with a comprehensive package of benefits that is competitive with other leading companies. Some of our benefits include: Paid vacation each year, based on length of service; 13 paid holidays per year; 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, company may match a percentage of your pre-tax contributions; Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period; Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision benefits offered upon hire; Employee Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Assistance Program; Free fitness center membership; Shift premium.
Anticipated Pay Range: $75K - $110K per year. *Pay rates within this range are determined based on various factors including experience, education, certifications, etc.
This NPI Product Engineer position will play an important role in the qualification of New Product Introductions castings, assuring the dimensional aspect of product produced and conformance to the applicable customer and internal specifications. This position will work as part of a team in the Development product portfolio.
JOB SUMMARY
This position will maintain the dimensional aspect of castings through process control and improvement initiatives and assume direct responsibility for integrity of assigned products. Responsible for maintaining the dimensional integrity of products via continuous improvement activity, tool design and construction and product development. Flow down of customer requirements through shop instructions and interface with quality, manufacturing, sales, and production planning.
This position will also establish and maintain external and internal customer interaction to understand technical requirements and resolve issues; prepare part specific work instructions, maintain knowledge of job cost and develop / implement appropriate plans to improve profitability and reduce cost through process improvement activity & scrap reduction.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Expected to assist in the implementation of Howmet’s value and policy statement and its accompanying principles.
- Comply with all department, facility, Corporate and Regulatory EH&S regulations.
- Wear all required personal protective equipment.
- Report all job-related illness and injuries. (Per employee handbook).
- Report all Safety, Health & Environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner.
- Attend all EH&S training.
Job Roles
- Systems thinker-sees the business and its operation holistically; understands actions and reactions; considers multiple pathways of potential effect before decisions; thinks strategically about interventions with an eye toward scale
- Optimizer-constantly challenging the organization to work smarter; supports others to ensure they have what they need to do their work successfully
- Anticipation-looks ahead to minimize potential issues and maximize advantages; prepares others for what comes next
- Operational accelerator-drives continuous improvement; understands ramifications of automation and other advances; advocates for safety, ergonomics and scalable solutions
- Organization and structure-works within existing structures while striving to improve and standardize them; provides accurate information; galvanizes others toward common goals
- Influence-leverages knowledge, relationship, data and perspective to persuade, educate and navigate; gains buy in and adoption of ideas and practices at scale; interacts with a variety of stakeholders
- Data informed-focused on things that drive quantifiable business outcomes; evaluates based on quantitative feedback; knows and explains the “why” behind actions
- Prioritized reaction-handles the unexpected without losing sight of important objectives; reacts where greatest leverage points exist
- Relationship-connects individually and with teams across shifts and practices; builds rapport and commonality; creates a “win together” ethic; serves as liaison between shop floor and engineering; keeps the pulse of the floor; helps people feel heard
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Communication with the customer on a regular basis.
- Conceives, evaluates and implements product engineering experiments, new product introduction part qualifications, cost reduction initiatives, capacity initiatives, and part/process improvement activities.
- Quoting of new product and tooling costs; concurrent engineering with the customer; tooling design and coordination with tooling vendor.
- Technical responsibility for all suppliers (tooling houses, core vendors, outplant finishing, etc.)
- Providing product concession data; providing first article approval package to customer; technical support relative to customer disposition of first articles/concessions, including any product (die) reworks; addressing yield and labor variances relative to quote.
- NPI activity involving customer conference calls/communication, concessions/prod permits, new work instructions, etc.
- Communicate/interface with all levels of management and manufacturing and establish both internal and external customer and supplier contacts.
- Utilize basic engineering skills to approach problems analytically and derive sound conclusions.
- Works with Process Engineer to develop metallurgical stable process which meets dimensional requirements for yield and customer supplied requirements.
- Review daily scrap reports and initiates actions to reduce scrap and rework. Have part ownership and participate in cross-functional plant cost reduction initiatives.
- Compile and submit dimensional data to customer and obtain customer approval. Works regularly with Quality Engineering counterpart.
- Responsible for the disposition of the MRB castings.
- Performs other duties and special assignments as directed.
-
Part specific product engineering job responsibility
- The construction of all dies, gauges and general tooling needed to produce and inspect cores, wax patterns and castings.
- Issuing tooling letters of instruction stating requirements and milestones to track/build/qualification of newly tooled component.
- Concurrent engineering with the customer and developing process control plans & PFMEA’s
- Technical responsibility for review and compiling layout packages and submitting them to the customer; technical support relative to customer disposition
- Addressing yield and labor variances relative to quote
- Issue requests, work orders, instructions, part routing, reports, etc., to manufacturing and inspection departments on a timely basis to ensure schedules are met. Maintain complete and orderly files per standard form so that information can be located as needed.
- Analyze customer blueprints and specifications and establish the inspection criteria
-
Support manufacturing through yield improvement activity
- Control of dimensional quality of castings. Input corrections to wax and core tooling such that the casting conforms to customer requirements.
- Create and evaluate casting experiments utilizing NDT and destructive testing methods to reduce labor and material costs, improve yields and develop new process techniques.
- Ensuring proper operations sequence and work instructions are provided to the manufacturing floor
- Participating/leading customer conference calls/communication
- Compiling data for concessions/prod permits as required
- Developing new work instructions on continuous improvement of current work instructions
- Development, build & implementation of new fixture designs and support tool builds
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.
- Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
- B.S. degree in Engineering. (Mechanical Engineering is preferred)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Applicable investment casting experience preferred
- 3 years of experience in manufacturing or related field
- Knowledge of MS Office
- Excellent written & oral communications skills
- Ability to work in a self-directed or team environment with strong organizational skills
- Working knowledge of statistical analysis
- Strong analytical abilities
- Six Sigma Green Belt training preferred
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and create project plans. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from the customer and/or management.
Compensation and Benefits:
If a pay range is identified for this job, it is based on a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, market/business considerations, and/or location.
Howmet Aerospace offers a competitive benefits package to support the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Benefits include:
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options
- Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans offering employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution
- Paid holidays and vacation time (eligibility, accrual, and usage are discretionary and governed by applicable policies)
- Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs
- Life insurance and disability coverage plans
- Optional coverage plans for auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
- Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Our Story:
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email: TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com
Howmet Engines is a world-class producer of aero engine and industrial gas turbine components, including airfoils, rings, disks and forgings. We excel in vacuum melted superalloys, machining, performance coatings and hot isostatic pressing for high-performance parts that enable the next generation of quieter, more fuel-efficient aero engines and cleaner power generation. Howmet Dover Casting is a world-class supplier of complex, investment-cast turbine airfoils and other components for the aircraft engine and industrial gas turbine industries. Howmet Dover Alloy is a world-class supplier of vacuum and air-melted nickel- and cobalt-based superalloys to aerospace, gas turbine, medical and other high-technology industrial markets.
Howmet Aerospace is currently looking a Product Engineer to join our Casting Facility located in Dover, New Jersey. This shift will be primarily 1st shift but must have flexibility to work off shift hours.
Along with your pay, our company provides you with a comprehensive package of benefits that is competitive with other leading companies. Some of our benefits include: Paid vacation each year, based on length of service; 13 paid holidays per year; 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, company may match a percentage of your pre-tax contributions; Employer contribution to your Retirement Savings Plan account each pay period; Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision benefits offered upon hire; Employee Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Assistance Program; Free fitness center membership; Shift premium.
Anticipated Pay Range: $75K - $110K per year. *Pay rates within this range are determined based on various factors including experience, education, certifications, etc.
This NPI Product Engineer position will play an important role in the qualification of New Product Introductions castings, assuring the dimensional aspect of product produced and conformance to the applicable customer and internal specifications. This position will work as part of a team in the Development product portfolio.
JOB SUMMARY
This position will maintain the dimensional aspect of castings through process control and improvement initiatives and assume direct responsibility for integrity of assigned products. Responsible for maintaining the dimensional integrity of products via continuous improvement activity, tool design and construction and product development. Flow down of customer requirements through shop instructions and interface with quality, manufacturing, sales, and production planning.
This position will also establish and maintain external and internal customer interaction to understand technical requirements and resolve issues; prepare part specific work instructions, maintain knowledge of job cost and develop / implement appropriate plans to improve profitability and reduce cost through process improvement activity & scrap reduction.
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Expected to assist in the implementation of Howmet’s value and policy statement and its accompanying principles.
- Comply with all department, facility, Corporate and Regulatory EH&S regulations.
- Wear all required personal protective equipment.
- Report all job-related illness and injuries. (Per employee handbook).
- Report all Safety, Health & Environmental concerns to your supervisor in a timely manner.
- Attend all EH&S training.
Job Roles
- Systems thinker-sees the business and its operation holistically; understands actions and reactions; considers multiple pathways of potential effect before decisions; thinks strategically about interventions with an eye toward scale
- Optimizer-constantly challenging the organization to work smarter; supports others to ensure they have what they need to do their work successfully
- Anticipation-looks ahead to minimize potential issues and maximize advantages; prepares others for what comes next
- Operational accelerator-drives continuous improvement; understands ramifications of automation and other advances; advocates for safety, ergonomics and scalable solutions
- Organization and structure-works within existing structures while striving to improve and standardize them; provides accurate information; galvanizes others toward common goals
- Influence-leverages knowledge, relationship, data and perspective to persuade, educate and navigate; gains buy in and adoption of ideas and practices at scale; interacts with a variety of stakeholders
- Data informed-focused on things that drive quantifiable business outcomes; evaluates based on quantitative feedback; knows and explains the “why” behind actions
- Prioritized reaction-handles the unexpected without losing sight of important objectives; reacts where greatest leverage points exist
- Relationship-connects individually and with teams across shifts and practices; builds rapport and commonality; creates a “win together” ethic; serves as liaison between shop floor and engineering; keeps the pulse of the floor; helps people feel heard
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Communication with the customer on a regular basis.
- Conceives, evaluates and implements product engineering experiments, new product introduction part qualifications, cost reduction initiatives, capacity initiatives, and part/process improvement activities.
- Quoting of new product and tooling costs; concurrent engineering with the customer; tooling design and coordination with tooling vendor.
- Technical responsibility for all suppliers (tooling houses, core vendors, outplant finishing, etc.)
- Providing product concession data; providing first article approval package to customer; technical support relative to customer disposition of first articles/concessions, including any product (die) reworks; addressing yield and labor variances relative to quote.
- NPI activity involving customer conference calls/communication, concessions/prod permits, new work instructions, etc.
- Communicate/interface with all levels of management and manufacturing and establish both internal and external customer and supplier contacts.
- Utilize basic engineering skills to approach problems analytically and derive sound conclusions.
- Works with Process Engineer to develop metallurgical stable process which meets dimensional requirements for yield and customer supplied requirements.
- Review daily scrap reports and initiates actions to reduce scrap and rework. Have part ownership and participate in cross-functional plant cost reduction initiatives.
- Compile and submit dimensional data to customer and obtain customer approval. Works regularly with Quality Engineering counterpart.
- Responsible for the disposition of the MRB castings.
- Performs other duties and special assignments as directed.
-
Part specific product engineering job responsibility
- The construction of all dies, gauges and general tooling needed to produce and inspect cores, wax patterns and castings.
- Issuing tooling letters of instruction stating requirements and milestones to track/build/qualification of newly tooled component.
- Concurrent engineering with the customer and developing process control plans & PFMEA’s
- Technical responsibility for review and compiling layout packages and submitting them to the customer; technical support relative to customer disposition
- Addressing yield and labor variances relative to quote
- Issue requests, work orders, instructions, part routing, reports, etc., to manufacturing and inspection departments on a timely basis to ensure schedules are met. Maintain complete and orderly files per standard form so that information can be located as needed.
- Analyze customer blueprints and specifications and establish the inspection criteria
-
Support manufacturing through yield improvement activity
- Control of dimensional quality of castings. Input corrections to wax and core tooling such that the casting conforms to customer requirements.
- Create and evaluate casting experiments utilizing NDT and destructive testing methods to reduce labor and material costs, improve yields and develop new process techniques.
- Ensuring proper operations sequence and work instructions are provided to the manufacturing floor
- Participating/leading customer conference calls/communication
- Compiling data for concessions/prod permits as required
- Developing new work instructions on continuous improvement of current work instructions
- Development, build & implementation of new fixture designs and support tool builds
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.
- Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
- B.S. degree in Engineering. (Mechanical Engineering is preferred)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Applicable investment casting experience preferred
- 3 years of experience in manufacturing or related field
- Knowledge of MS Office
- Excellent written & oral communications skills
- Ability to work in a self-directed or team environment with strong organizational skills
- Working knowledge of statistical analysis
- Strong analytical abilities
- Six Sigma Green Belt training preferred
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and create project plans. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from the customer and/or management.
Compensation and Benefits:
If a pay range is identified for this job, it is based on a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, market/business considerations, and/or location.
Howmet Aerospace offers a competitive benefits package to support the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Benefits include:
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options
- Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans offering employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution
- Paid holidays and vacation time (eligibility, accrual, and usage are discretionary and governed by applicable policies)
- Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs
- Life insurance and disability coverage plans
- Optional coverage plans for auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
- Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Our Story:
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report. Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email: TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com
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Who's Hiring
- Tesla15
- Applied Materials5
- Entegris4
- BAE Systems USA4
- Howmet Aerospace4
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Medical Devices
- Electronics & Hardware
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in new product introduction manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical field
- Experience managing cross-functional teams through new product development cycles
- Proficiency with project management tools and product lifecycle management software
- Familiarity with stage-gate or phase-gate product development processes
- Strong understanding of supply chain readiness, BOM management, and supplier qualification
- Experience with quality systems such as DFMEA, PFMEA, or APQP
Tips for Your New Product Introduction Manager Job Search
Quantify your launch cycle results
Hiring managers want to see more than titles held. List specific products you brought from prototype to production, how many SKUs you managed simultaneously, and what on-time delivery rate your team achieved. Concrete outcomes beat vague responsibility statements every time.
Highlight cross-functional coordination experience
New product introduction managers sit at the intersection of engineering, procurement, quality, and manufacturing. Your resume should name the departments you aligned and the specific handoff points you owned, not just say you collaborated across teams.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists new product introduction manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target job titles that map to NPI work
The role gets posted under different names depending on the industry. Search for product launch manager, new product development manager, and product industrialization manager alongside the NPI title to avoid missing openings that match your exact background.
Prepare for a stage-gate walkthrough question
Most NPI interviews include a question asking you to walk through a full product launch from design freeze to mass production. Rehearse a real example with specific gate criteria, who owned each approval, and what you did when a gate was at risk of slipping.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
NPI roles vary widely in authority. Clarify before accepting whether you own program timelines, have budget sign-off, and can halt a launch if quality thresholds are not met. Misaligned expectations on decision rights are the most common early-tenure frustration in this role.
New Product Introduction Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most new product introduction managers?
The most active employers for new product introduction managers right now are Tesla, Applied Materials, and Entegris, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is typically strongest at companies with frequent hardware or physical product releases and complex supply chains.
How many new product introduction manager jobs are remote?
About 48% of new product introduction manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the role is more factory-floor and supplier-facing than most. The sub-areas most compatible with remote work are program coordination, documentation management, and cross-functional meeting facilitation, while hands-on build and qualification activities typically require on-site presence.
How do you become a new product introduction manager?
Most new product introduction managers come up through engineering, manufacturing operations, or supply chain roles where they touch product launches directly. Building experience coordinating across design, procurement, and quality teams is more valuable than a single credential. Employers look for candidates who can read technical drawings, manage supplier qualification timelines, and run structured phase-gate reviews without being the subject-matter expert in every discipline.
How do you get hired as a new product introduction manager with little experience?
Start by targeting associate or coordinator-level NPI postings, which exist at larger manufacturers and consumer electronics companies. Emphasize any experience you have with cross-functional projects, bill-of-materials work, or quality documentation even if your title did not include NPI. Demonstrating that you understand stage-gate logic and can manage competing priorities across engineering and operations teams will carry more weight than seniority alone.
What does the new product introduction manager interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a recruiter screen focused on industry background and tool familiarity, followed by a panel interview with engineering, operations, and supply chain stakeholders. Expect at least one behavioral question asking you to walk through a specific launch, including what went wrong and how you recovered. Some companies add a case exercise where you map a product launch timeline or identify risks in a sample project plan.
Where can I find and apply to new product introduction manager jobs?
You can find and apply to new product introduction manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your industry background and seniority level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience.
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