New Product Introduction Engineer

Overview

As a New Product Introduction Engineer at Copper, you will play a crucial role in developing equipment and processes for cutting-edge battery-enabled appliances. You will collaborate with our cross-functional team throughout the entire product launch lifecycle, from design to full production ramp. This hands-on role requires close collaboration with Design Engineering, Quality, Production, Maintenance, Test, and External Vendors to take designs from concept to full production.

We value diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We’re especially focused on fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute to our shared mission.

This is an in-person role at our main office in Berkeley, CA, with frequent trips to our local manufacturing facility in South San Francisco and occasional overseas travel.

What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Develop manufacturing tests and manage the triage of failed units.
• Manage supplier quality issues and oversee rework processes.
• Support the development of test and assembly fixtures.
• Conduct Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) reviews.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering to optimize new production processes.
• Lead root cause analysis on in-process product failures and implement preventative actions.
• Support the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process for hardware, firmware, and software.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams as we scale our current production and set up production lines in new facilities. 

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in engineering, with a focus on mechanical, electrical, or firmware engineering.
• 8-10 years of experience working as a manufacturing/NPI engineer or equivalent.
• Demonstrated expertise in product development, formulation, process development, and manufacturing.
• Strong collaborator with attention to detail, organization, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to function independently and remain engaged in tough circumstances.
• Strong knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Familiarity with BOMs, process design, assembly methods, and cost reduction methodologies.
• Experience working with contract manufacturers.
• Excellent communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and statistical data analysis programs.
• Ability to travel internationally.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Experience with Mechanical or Electrical CAD software.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and/or firmware code base.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and collaborative work environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• The opportunity to work on high-impact projects that push the boundaries of innovation.
• Hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology and equipment.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced engineers.
• Competitive compensation for your valuable contributions.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $135,000 - $170,000 per year. We are committed to equitable compensation, and offer a generous benefits package to make sure you have the support you need. We cover 100% of the premiums for our employees and 50% of the premiums for their dependents on our base plans for medical, dental, and vision insurance. We offer a 401(k) plan for employees to contribute to, in addition to many other benefits. Every employee, regardless of gender identity or expression, is eligible for 16 weeks of paid parental leave after three months of employment (eight weeks through Copper and eight weeks CA Paid Family Leave). 

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all our employees and are seeking to build a team that reflects the diversity of the people we hope to serve with our products. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

About Us

Copper's vision is a future where every home is electrified with abundant clean energy. Our mission is to make decarbonization accessible to everyone by selling electric home appliances that enrich their daily lives. We're reducing the cost of electrification by integrating batteries into household appliances, starting with the stove. Our work has been funded by the Department of Energy, in an effort to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and increase energy resilience with products that are high-performance, safe, intuitive, and robust. As we build our team and pursue our mission, we do it with a strong sense of our core values because it's not just what you do, it's how you do it. You'll see this in high-level decisions, how we run meetings, our day-to-day work, hiring, and our interactions with customers and the broader community. We intend to have a massive impact on our team, our neighborhood, and the world.