The Role
Leads the complete New Product Introduction lifecycle from project kickoff through mass production. Coordinates prototype, pilot, pre-production, and production builds; ensures materials, tooling, documentation, fixtures, testing, and manufacturing processes are ready. Reviews drawings, schematics, BOMs, and engineering changes while collaborating with design, quality, supply chain, and operations teams. Troubleshoots manufacturing issues, manages risks and corrective actions, validates processes, and drives continuous improvement and production ramp-up.
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Job Title: NPI (New Product Introduction) Engineer / Senior NPI Engineer
Job Summary
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.
- 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
- Materials availability
- 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.
- 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
- Prototype builds
- Strong understanding of:
- Product drawings
- Electrical schematics
- Bill of Materials (BOM)
- Engineering documentation
- Product drawings
- Good knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes, including:
- SMT (Surface Mount Technology)
- PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly)
- Mechanical assembly
- Functional testing
- Product packaging
- SMT (Surface Mount Technology)
- 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)
- PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)
- 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.
- 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or a related engineering discipline
- 5-8 years of experience in New Product Introduction, Manufacturing Engineering, or Production Engineering
- Hands-on experience with prototype builds, pilot builds, pre-production validation, production ramp-up, and transition to mass production
- Strong understanding of product drawings, electrical schematics, bills of materials, and engineering documentation
- Knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes, including SMT, PCBA, mechanical assembly, functional testing, and product packaging
- Knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow, APQP, PPAP, and FAI
- 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
- ERP or PLM systems experience
- Project management and coordination skills
- Analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
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The Company
What We Do
Cyient DLM provides end-to-end design-led manufacturing (DLM) solutions, integrating electronics and mechanical capabilities. It specializes in high-mix, high-reliability solutions for safety-critical applications in highly regulated industries, including aerospace, defense, healthcare, and industrial sectors, managing the product life cycle from concept through certification.
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