Job Description

Location: Shenzhen ,Suzhou or Shanghai

We are hiring a Senior NPI Engineer to join the Metal Processing and Welding team! You will lead initiatives in both cold and hot metal processing techniques and drive advancements in welding processes. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on engineer with deep experience in aluminum alloy processing to influence the development of innovative products through state-of-the-art metal processing methods.

The ideal candidate is energized by challenges, has strong experience in design for manufacturability (DFM), and possesses a collaborative approach to cross-functional work with design, engineering, quality, and production teams. You thrive in dynamic environments and are skilled at driving continuous improvement and high-quality standards in manufacturing.

What you'll do:

• Lead the development and optimization of advanced metal processing techniques, including CNC machining, casting, die casting, liquid forging, and heat treatment, ensuring adherence to industry-leading standards.

• Develop and enhance welding processes with a specific focus on aluminum alloy welding; conduct weldability assessments to ensure material and design compatibility.

• Drive comprehensive DFM reviews across metal processing and welding techniques, providing actionable feedback to improve manufacturability, reduce costs, and enhance product quality.

• Continuously evaluate and improve metal processing and welding practices to achieve optimal cost, quality, and efficiency, maintaining competitive manufacturing capabilities.

• Collaborate closely with design, engineering, quality, and production teams to integrate metal processing and welding techniques into product development.

• Implement quality improvement initiatives with suppliers, focusing on CNC machining, casting, heat treatment, forging, and welding; work closely with suppliers to ensure consistent, high-quality outputs.

• Oversee the development and testing of prototypes for metal-processed and welded components, ensuring scalability for mass production.

• Stay current with new technologies in metal processing and welding, integrating innovations to maintain cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities.

• Travel frequently to supplier locations and manufacturing sites as required to oversee processes, conduct assessments, and ensure quality.

About you:

• Extensive expertise in both cold (CNC machining) and hot (casting, die casting, forging, heat treatment) metal processing, particularly with aluminum alloys.

• Strong experience in aluminum alloy welding, with proven capability in conducting weldability assessments and optimizing welding techniques.

• Demonstrated ability to conduct strategic DFM reviews across multiple metal processing and welding methods to improve manufacturability and reduce production costs.

• Proven track record of optimizing metal processing and welding techniques to enhance quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

• Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar CAD software for designing and simulating metal components and welded assemblies.

• Fluency in English for effective communication in an English-speaking office environment; fluency in Chinese or Vietnamese is an added advantage.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• Engineering Degree in BSME or a related field, with 10+ years of experience in metal processing and welding, with a focus on aluminum alloys.

• Expertise in CNC machining, casting, die casting, liquid forging, heat treatment, and welding.

• Proven ability to assess weldability and optimize materials and designs for welding.

• Previous experience in a global environment, with a strong track record of managing NPI projects from concept to mass production.