Assistant Manager – NPI & Engineering

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

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

Required Qualifications

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

Technical Skills

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

Preferred Skills

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