NPD New Product Development

NPD (New Product Development)

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled and motivated NPD Engineer to manage new product development activities, including drawing study, process planning, prototype development, trials, and product launch. The candidate will coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product development as per customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Study customer drawings, specifications, and technical requirements.
• Handle new product development activities from initial feasibility to mass production.
• Prepare process flow charts, routing, and process planning for new products.
• Coordinate with Design, Production, Quality, Purchase, and Tool Room departments.
• Plan and conduct prototype development and sample trials.
• Coordinate CNC/VMC machining trials and process development, wherever applicable.
• Ensure dimensional inspection and product validation as per customer drawings.
• Prepare and maintain APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plan, and other quality documents as applicable.
• Coordinate with customers for sample submission, feedback, and approval.
• Identify process improvement opportunities to reduce rejection, cycle time, and manufacturing cost.
• Ensure timely completion of new product development projects.
• Support the transfer of approved products from development to mass production.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of New Product Development in manufacturing.
• Understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Knowledge of CNC/VMC machining and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and Control Plan.
• Knowledge of measuring instruments and dimensional inspection.
• Good communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and documentation.

Qualification & Experience

• Diploma or B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in NPD, preferably in CNC/VMC or Auto Components Manufacturing.
• Freshers with relevant technical knowledge may be considered if the company allows.

Key Responsibilities & Performance Indicators

• On-time completion of NPD projects.
• Timely sample submission and customer approval.
• Successful product launch and smooth production handover.
• Reduction in development time and manufacturing cost.
• Accuracy and completion of NPD documentation.

Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Paid sick time

Education:

• Diploma (Preferred)

Work Location: In person