Specialization: Hardware Manufacturing and Product LaunchJob Description

Our partner is looking for an experiencedNPI Operations Managerto coordinate the introduction of complex electronic hardware products from development through manufacturing and commercial launch.

The role focuses onNPI planning, manufacturing readiness, risk management and coordination across engineering, supply chain, production and commercial teams.

You will ensure alignment between departments, identify potential delays and provide leadership with clear visibility of launch readiness.

Location:Barcelona, Spain

Working model:Hybrid

Employment:Full time

Responsibilities

Manage integrated NPI schedules, milestones, dependencies and critical paths.

Coordinate readiness across engineering, procurement, manufacturing, quality and commercial teams.

FacilitateEVT, DVT, PVT and production launch reviews.

Identify and...

Track manufacturing readiness, component availability, production ramp and logistics.

Coordinate with external suppliers and manufacturing partners.

Maintain NPI dashboards, progress reports and risk registers.

Improve NPI processes, workflows and documentation.

Mandatory Requirements

10+ years in the technology industry, including 5+ years in NPI or operations program management.

Proven experience launchingcomplex electronic hardware products into volume production.

Strong knowledge ofEVT, DVT, PVT and manufacturing readiness processes.

Experience withelectronics manufacturing,



PCB/PCA assembly, system integration and supply chains.

Experience coordinating engineering, manufacturing, procurement and quality teams.

Strong skills inproject planning, risk management and dependency tracking.

Experience working with external manufacturers and suppliers.

Proficiency withMS Project, Jira, Smartsheet or equivalent.

Master's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.

Fluent English.

Important:Candidates must demonstrate direct experience coordinating hardware NPI programs through production and launch, rather than managing software projects alone.

Optional / Desired

Experience with servers, networking, HPC or data center hardware.

AI accelerator or semiconductor industry experience.

International manufacturing experience, particularly in Asia.

PMP or PRINCE2 certification.

MBA or business qualification.

Spanish language proficiency.

Knowledge of CE, EMC and product certification.

Experience improving NPI processes in growing companies.

What's in it for you?

Adaptable working hours

Hybrid model, 4 days office, 1 day from home

1 week per year working from anywhere

25 days annual leave plus December 24 and 31

Monthly food allowance

Private medical insurance

Relocation bonus

Housing search support

Visa support, subject to approval

Family relocation support, subject to eligibility

Virtual shares, subject to plan terms

Language classes

Tax incentive

📌 New Product Introduction (Npi) Operations Manager (Barcelona)
🏢 Hireroo
📍 Barcelona