What You Will Do
We’re hiring an SMT NPI Engineer to lead new product introduction activities from prototype through production release. Reporting to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, and is critical to ensuring smooth transitions from design to manufacturing. You’ll be hands-on with SMT processes, equipment programming, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver high-quality, reliable products on time.
How you will do it:
Lead SMT NPI activities from prototype through production release, ensuring seamless handoff to manufacturing.
Drive DFM reviews of PCBA layouts, BOMs, and processes to optimize manufacturability and cost.
Develop robust process flows, stencils, tooling, and fixturing for new products.
Coordinate prototype builds with a focus on quality, material traceability, and on-time delivery.
Program SMT equipment for NPI/prototype runs and provide lessons learned documentation.
Troubleshoot equipment issues, perform root cause analysis, and partner with Maintenance to ensure reliability.
What We Look For
Required
10+ years of experience in SMT manufacturing (print, placement, reflow, AOI, ICT).
Engineering degree or equivalent technical experience (10+ years).
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Proven DFM experience with PCBA layouts, BOMs, and processes.
Preferred
5+ years of NPI Engineering experience.
Experience supporting customer and third-party audits.
Strong communication skills for presenting technical updates to management and cross-functional teams.
What we do here
Our Meadowbrook, Michigan, plant produces lithium-ion batteries and runs a research lab. We began operations in 2010 and now employ more than 110 people and operate six days per week. We’re mindful of the profound impact we have on our planet and are proud to operate in a LEED Gold Certified facility. Our employees are actively involved in the community and volunteer for a variety of local organizations.
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What you get:
Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
Parental and caregiver leave programs
All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility
Clarios has been recognized as one of 2025's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the third consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.
Who we are:
Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.
Veterans/Military Spouses:
We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing [email protected]. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.
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Skills Required
- 10+ years of experience in SMT manufacturing
- Engineering degree or equivalent technical experience
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Proven DFM experience with PCBA layouts, BOMs, and processes
- 5+ years of NPI Engineering experience
- Experience supporting customer and third-party audits
- Strong communication skills for presenting technical updates
Clarios Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Clarios and has not been reviewed or approved by Clarios.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, with multiple medical plan options plus dental and vision, and eligibility starting on the first day in the U.S. Coverage is also described as including mental-health resources, virtual care, and fertility treatment options.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is framed as competitive through a 401(k) match structure that is explicitly defined (full match on the first portion of contributions and partial match on the next tier). Vesting expectations are noted as something to confirm, implying the benefit is meaningful but plan specifics can vary.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is described as clearly defined and fully paid for a set duration, including distinctions by delivery type. Family-oriented elements also include adoption-related benefits and dependent eligibility framed as inclusive.
Clarios Insights
What We Do
Clarios creates the most advanced battery technologies for virtually every type of vehicle. We are a global leader in advanced energy storage solutions, powering one in three of the world’s vehicles. We produce more than 150 million batteries – one-third of the industry’s output – every year, and we continue to build and expand our capacity to meet our customer’s future demand.
