Job Title: NPI (New Product Introduction) Engineer / Senior NPI Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced
NPI Engineer
to lead the end-to-end New Product Introduction (NPI) process from project kick-off through series production. The ideal candidate will drive prototype, pilot, and production ramp-up activities while ensuring manufacturing readiness, cross-functional coordination, and smooth transition from product development to mass production.

Key Responsibilities

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  Own and manage the complete NPI lifecycle from project kick-off to mass production.
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  Develop, maintain, and release NPI build plans, project timelines, and milestone tracking.
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  Coordinate prototype, pilot, pre-production, and production builds with cross-functional teams.
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  Ensure manufacturing readiness, including:
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    Materials availability
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    Tooling readiness
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    Manufacturing programs
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    Fixtures and test equipment
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    Production documentation
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  Drive seamless transition from engineering development to manufacturing.
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  Review and understand product drawings, schematics, BOMs, and engineering change requests.
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  Collaborate with Design, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to resolve build issues.
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  Identify manufacturing risks and implement corrective and preventive actions.
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  Monitor build progress, analyze production issues, and drive continuous process improvements.
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  Ensure compliance with quality standards and manufacturing best practices.

Required Qualifications

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  Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
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  5-8 years of experience in New Product Introduction (NPI), Manufacturing Engineering, or Production Engineering.
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  Hands-on experience with:
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    Prototype builds
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    Pilot builds
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    Pre-production validation
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    Production ramp-up
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    Transition from development to mass production
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  Strong understanding of:
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    Product drawings
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    Electrical schematics
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    Bill of Materials (BOM)
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    Engineering documentation
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  Good knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes, including:
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    SMT (Surface Mount Technology)
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    PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly)
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    Mechanical assembly
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    Functional testing
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    Product packaging

Technical Skills

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  Strong knowledge of:
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    PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)
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    Control Plan
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    Process Flow
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    APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning)
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    PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)
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    FAI (First Article Inspection)
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  Experience in manufacturing process validation and process optimization.
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  Ability to troubleshoot manufacturing and quality issues during NPI builds.
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  Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project tracking tools; experience with ERP/PLM systems is an added advantage.

Preferred Skills

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  Excellent project management and coordination skills.
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  Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
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  Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
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  Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional manufacturing environment.
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  Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.