About Advanced EnergyAdvanced Energy Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: AEIS), enables design breakthroughs and drives growth for leading semiconductors and industrial customers. Our precision power and control technologies, along with our applications know-how, inspire close partnerships and innovation in thin-film and industrial manufacturing. We are proud of our rich heritage, award-winning technologies, and we value the talents and contributions of all Advanced Energy's employees worldwide.Job SummaryThe Director of NPI collaborates closely with Engineering, Operations, and Quality teams to drive best-in-class new product introduction (NPI) velocity. This role is accountable for delivering high-quality, cost-effective products with minimal working capital, while ensuring responsiveness to customer demand—from early prototypes (ELS) through high-volume ramp-up.Key ResponsibilitiesManages the New Product Introduction (NPI) global team to transition products from Engineering to volume manufacturing ensuring Design for excellence (DfX) goals are attained regarding New Product Development (NPD)materials planning, materials program management, as well as Manufacturing Engineering and Test resources.Initiates and manages volume operations programs in conjunction with the Global Operations organization to improve material costs, labor hours, first time yields, cycle times, and quality and inventory levels.Drive improvement in assembly jigs, fixtures, and targeting automation to reduce variability of product buildsInitiates and manages transfer of NPI products to factory operations. Manages early unit build capability and facilities on a global basis.Manages Engineering development NPI infrastructure to enable fast prototype development and early customer JDP/alpha shipments.Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulationsQualificationsBachelor’s degree in engineering, Science, or related fieldAdvanced degree (M.S., Ph.D., or MBA) preferredMinimum of 10 years’ experience in the electronics/semiconductor equipment or related high-tech industryAt least 10 years in leadership roles operationsProven experience applying lean principles to improve operational performanceProven leadership experience managing global teams, with strong skills in team building, mentoring, and developmentStrategic and analytical mindset, with expertise in planning, problem-solving, and program managementEffective communicator and collaborator, skilled in influencing across functions and presenting to diverse stakeholdersCompensation As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. We take your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information to administer your application in accordance with the RA No. 10173, also known as the Data Privacy Act of 2012.