Senior NPI Engineer

Our mission at Oura is to empower every person to own their inner potential. Our award-winning products help our global community gain a deeper knowledge of their readiness, activity, and sleep quality by using their Oura Ring and its connected app. We've helped 2.5 million people understand and improve their health by providing daily insights and practical steps to inspire healthy lifestyles.

We are looking for a Senior NPI engineer to our Oulu office. The NPI Engineer is responsible for design and implementation of needed tools and assembly jigs in the production line. This role requires a strong understanding of both product design and manufacturing processes, ensuring smooth transitions from product development to full-scale production. The NPI Engineer works closely with design, engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure products meet customer requirements and are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

What You will do:

• Mechanical Design: Design and prototype production tools and machines that are needed for Oura products manufacturing process.
• Documentation: Create comprehensive documentation (3D and 2D drawings), including design specifications, test reports, and assembly instructions
• Process Design and Improvement: Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for new products, ensuring that they are efficient, scalable, and cost-effective.
• Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis: Identify, analyze, and resolve any issues or bottlenecks that arise during the new product introduction process. Use root cause analysis and problem-solving tools to address any technical or production issues.
• Quality Assurance: Collaborate with the Quality Engineering team to define and implement inspection criteria, testing protocols, and process controls to ensure product quality and compliance with standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives, applying Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other methodologies to enhance product quality, reduce waste, and improve production efficiency.
• Testing and Validation: Conduct thorough testing, validation, and troubleshooting of production tools to ensure they meet performance and safety standards
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to develop test plans
• Cost Optimization: Identify opportunities for cost optimization in the mechanical design or production processes while maintaining product quality and performance
• Traveling to suppliers and factories

We would love to have You in our team, if You have

• M.Sc. or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5+ years of experience in new product introduction, manufacturing engineering, or product development. Experience in a fast-paced, high-tech, or high-volume manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, such as injection molding, CNC machining, stamping, assembly, and testing.
  • Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) and familiarity with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems.
  • Experience with statistical process control (SPC), Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma methodologies preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues quickly.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
• PMP, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, or Lean Manufacturing certification will be considered as a benefit

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Lunch benefit
• Wellness benefit
• Flexible working hours
• Collaborative, smart teammates
• An Oura ring of your own
• Personal learning & development program
• Wellness Time Off

If this sounds like the next step for you, please send us your application as soon as possible, but by October 13th the latest.

Oura is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Individuals seeking employment at Oura are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, socioeconomic status, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.