Senior NPI/ Manufacturing Engineer

About the role

This role involves direct end-to-end NPI project leadership spanning quotation support, prototype/first article builds, pilot runs, and seamless production handover. You will review client drawings, engineering specifications, Bill of Materials (BOM), and technical requirements; execute DFM/DFA evaluations and risk assessments. You will act as the key technical liaison for customer interactions and assist in RFQ feasibility assessments, cost estimation, and Engineering Change Order (ECO/ECN) tracking.

Key responsibilities

• Direct end-to-end NPI projects spanning quotation support, prototype/first article builds, pilot runs, and seamless production handover
• Review client drawings, engineering specifications, Bill of Materials (BOM), and technical requirements; execute DFM/DFA evaluations and risk assessments
• Act as the key technical liaison for customer interactions; assist in RFQ feasibility assessments, cost estimation, and Engineering Change Order (ECO/ECN) tracking
• Formulate and control essential NPI records: Process Flow Diagrams, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Work Instructions (WI), Travelers, PFMEAs, Control Plans, and Qualification Reports
• Oversee process validation and process capability studies (Cp/Cpk) across key operations: crimping, soldering, wire stripping/cutting, terminal insertion, overmolding, potting, labeling, and electrical testing
• Conceptualize, develop, and validate custom assembly/crimp/testing fixtures, jigs, workstations, and tooling prior to mass production release
• Spearhead Lean/Kaizen and Poka-Yoke projects to improve productivity, First Pass Yield (FPY), Right First Time (RFT), OEE, cycle times, and material usage via Value Engineering (VE/VA)
• Control engineering documentation in full alignment with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, IPC/WHMA-A-620, UL, and customer-specific guidelines
• Coach and mentor Engineers, Assistant Engineers, and Technicians; facilitate project reviews and technical alignment meetings

About you

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering
• Minimum 5–8 years of professional engineering background in Custom Cable Assembly, Wire Harness Manufacturing, Electromechanical Assembly, EMS, or Interconnect Products
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience leading NPI projects
• Prior exposure to multinational clients in industrial, medical, semiconductor, telecommunications, aerospace, or automotive industries is preferred

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