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Mechanical NPI Engineer

Arista Networks · Santa Clara, CA · On-site

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About Arista Networks

Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. Backed by Redpoint.

About the role

We are seeking a Mechanical New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer who is passionate about driving products from concept to high volume manufacturing. In this role, you will collaborate closely with Engineering, Platform Design, Contract Manufacturing (CM) partners, and cross functional teams to ensure successful product launches. You will also design and develop tooling, test fixtures, and jigs to support scalable, high volume production.

What they're looking for

  • 1-3+ years of experience in Mechanical De Manufacturing Product, Process, or NPI Engineering in electronics manufacturing environment
  • Expertise in networking products related to routing, switching and data center
  • Expert knowledge in ECO, BOM and Deviation processes, (Agile experience a plus)
  • Solid working knowledge of DFx (DFM, DFA, DFT, DFQ and/or DFR), production fixturing, inspection processes, and overall manufacturing quality control
  • Strong knowledge of basic manufacturing processes including CNC machining, injection molding, sheet metal production, coating technologies and finishing operations
  • Knowledge of packaging materials and processes
More about this role

We are seeking a Mechanical New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineer who is passionate about driving products from concept to high volume manufacturing. In this role, you will collaborate closely with Engineering, Platform Design, Contract Manufacturing (CM) partners, and cross functional teams to ensure successful product launches. You will also design and develop tooling, test fixtures, and jigs to support scalable, high volume production.

Who You’ll Work With

As a Mechanical NPI Engineer, you will partner with Hardware, Mechanical, and Thermal Engineering leaders to advance product development, manufacturing readiness, and supplier strategy for high performance networking equipment. You will serve as a critical link between design, NPI, and full scale production, ensuring seamless

transitions throughout the product lifecycle. You will collaborate with cross functional engineering teams, supplier management, and contract manufacturers to develop manufacturing processes, perform DFX reviews, manage product lifecycle activities, and provide sustaining support for Arista’s portfolio.

Your collaboration will extend to a broad supplier, including partners specializing in metals,...

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