Product Development Engineer

Bunzl Distribution NA is looking for a New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer to lead the commercialization of innovative new products. This role involves coordinating with various teams to ensure successful product launches and maintaining product data within the ERP system.

Responsibilities:

• Own the New Product Introduction (NPI) process from engineering handoff through production release
• Coordinate first article inspections with contract manufacturing partners
• Serve as the technical liaison between Product Development and suppliers during product launches
• Review engineering drawings and provide technical support on manufacturability questions
• Lead cross-functional launch activities with Engineering, Procurement, Finance, Transportation, Marketing, and Quality
• Create and maintain new product data, item masters, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) within the ERP system
• Coordinate product cost information, landed costs, and launch readiness across departments
• Support supplier qualification and production readiness activities
• Maintain standardized launch documentation, project timelines, and NPI processes
• Identify opportunities to improve launch efficiency and product commercialization processes
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed to support supplier and customer activities

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• 3–7 years of experience in product development, manufacturing engineering, supply chain engineering, or New Product Introduction
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
• Experience working with contract manufacturers or supplier partners
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication skills with experience collaborating across cross-functional and global teams
• Experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics GP or similar
• Willingness to travel approximately 5–10 times per year
• Experience with BOM creation, product setup, and engineering change processes is preferred
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, supplier development, or product commercialization is highly desirable