NPI / NPD Engineer

Position: NPI / NPD Engineer (Electronics Manufacturing Services)

Location: Hyderabad / Mysore

Department: NPI & Engineering

Designation: Engineer / Senior Engineer NPI (PCBA)

Position Overview:

Responsible for NPI and engineering execution of PCB Assembly projects in an AS9100-certified aerospace/defense or EMS environment, ensuring compliance to IPC standards and smooth transition from prototype to production.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead NPI activities for PCBA from prototype to production.

• Execute APQP, BOM validation, and project planning.

• Conduct DFM/DFA reviews as per IPC guidelines.

• Ensure process readiness and compliance with AS9100 quality requirements.

• Coordinate prototype, pilot, and production builds with cross-functional teams.

• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions during NPI and early production.

Technical Skills & Standards

• Strong experience in PCB Assembly (PCBA).

• Hands-on knowledge of:

• SMT / PTH processes

• Pick & Place machines

• Reflow and Wave soldering

• X-ray inspection

• PCBA-level testing (ICT, FCT, Functional testing)

• Working knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-A-610, IPC-7711/7721 preferred).

• Familiarity with AS9100 quality systems, documentation, and audits.

Qualification

• Diploma / BE / BTech in Electronics or related discipline.

• 58 years of relevant experience in Aerospace / Defense / EMS manufacturing.

Professional Growth

• Opportunity to work in a global aerospace and defense manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on exposure to advanced PCBA technologies and complex NPI programs.
• Clear career progression path from Engineer to Senior Engineer roles.

Technical Exposure

• Experience working in an AS9100-certified environment.
• Involvement in high-reliability aerospace and defense products.
• Opportunity to enhance expertise in IPC standards and advanced PCBA testing.

Work Environment

• Collaborative, cross-functional engineering culture.
• Exposure to end-to-end NPI lifecycle, from design reviews to production ramp-up.
• Opportunity to work with leading global customers.

Organizational Benefits

• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and skill level.
• Stable role within a well-established EMS organization.
• Access to internal training, quality systems, and process excellence initiatives.