NPI Process Engineer

Responsibilities:

1. New Project Introduction (NPI)

• Support RFQ, business case analysis, and P&L simulation (labor productivity, OEE, scrap rate, and investment planning).
• Participate in feasibility studies for new PCP/PPCP projects.
• Support process, jig, and equipment design, including project handover and PPAP buy-off.
• Support equipment FAT and SAT activities for locally sourced equipment.
• Manage BOM approval in both physical records and SAP.
• Lead new production line and equipment setup and release.
• Review and approve initial process engineering documentation and SAP routing.
• Lead trial runs, analyze results, drive closure of open issues, and report performance.
• Ensure successful project launches within target timelines.
• Handover projects from NPI to Mass Production (MP) upon achievement of ramp-up targets.
• Ensure standardized work processes are implemented and reflected in SAP routing.

2. Production Capacity & Capability Improvement

• Conduct Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and optimize shop floor layouts.
• Drive line balancing, takt time, cycle time, manpower, and space planning.
• Develop short-term and long-term capacity planning.
• Support N+1 and N-1 production models.
• Maintain and update SAP engineering routing data.

3. Process Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure products comply with PSS standards through process quality controls and error-proofing solutions.
• Manage design, implementation, and monitoring of jigs and equipment.
• Lead product and process issue investigations, including corrective and preventive actions.
• Manage engineering changes and engineering sample processes.
• Act as 8D Leader for assigned internal and external quality incidents.
• Participate in QRQC, escalation, and response activities.
• Support standardized work audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements;

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in NPI and Manufacturing Engineering.
• Experience in overseas transfer projects and working with global teams.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 Core Tools, new product/process introduction, capacity planning, line balancing, OEE, and productivity improvement.
• Proficient in problem-solving tools such as 5 Why, DOE, DMAIC, and 8D.
• Able to use CAD software for jig and fixture design.
• Good communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin is an added advantage.
• Team player with strong communication skills, hands-on approach, and attention to detail.
• Willing to travel overseas when required.