NPI Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from development, pilot build, trial run, to mass production.
• Collaborate with R&D, Production, Quality, Procurement, Planning, and customers to ensure successful product launches.
• Develop and validate manufacturing processes, work instructions (WI), SOPs, and production documentation.
• Prepare and maintain project schedules, timelines, and NPI progress reports.
• Conduct process validation, trial runs, and First Article Inspection (FAI) to ensure product readiness.
• Identify and resolve technical and manufacturing issues during the NPI stage through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Support Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Quality (DFQ) initiatives.
• Coordinate Engineering Change Orders (ECO) and Engineering Change Notices (ECN).
• Participate in APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plan, and Process Flow development where applicable.
• Monitor product yield, process capability, and manufacturing readiness to ensure smooth production ramp-up.
• Work with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure materials, tooling, and equipment are ready for production.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and cost optimization.
• Ensure compliance with company quality standards, customer requirements, and safety regulations.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Engineering Manager.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred; electronics manufacturing experience is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of NPI processes, APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plan, Process Flow, DOE, and Lean Manufacturing is preferred.
• Familiarity with Engineering Change Management (ECO/ECN), DFM, and production validation processes.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, technical specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOM).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems; knowledge of CAD software is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and project coordination skills.
• Able to work independently and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.