NPI / Manufacturing Engineer
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Responsible for managing end-to-end documentation , ensuring full product traceability , and overseeing efficient material handling for NPI builds. The role requires strong coordination across engineering, quality, production, and supply chain teams while maintaining compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
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Summary
Responsible for managing end-to-end documentation , ensuring full product traceability , and overseeing efficient material handling for NPI builds. The role requires strong coordination across engineering, quality, production, and supply chain teams while maintaining compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
1. Documentation Management
Prepare, review, and control all NPI-related documents: BOM (Bill of Materials) Work Instructions (WI) SOPs and Process Flow Charts Assembly drawings and test procedures
BOM (Bill of Materials)
Work Instructions (WI)
SOPs and Process Flow Charts
Assembly drawings and test procedures
Ensure document version control and revision tracking using PLM/ERP systems
Support ECO/ECN implementation during product introduction
Coordinate with design teams for DFM/DFT feedback documentation
Maintain customer-specific documentation standards and audit readiness
2. Traceability Management
Establish and maintain end-to-end traceability systems : Component-level traceability Lot/batch traceability Serial number tracking
Component-level traceability
Lot/batch traceability
Serial number tracking
Ensure traceability compliance with: Customer requirements Industry standards (IPC, ISO, etc.)
Customer requirements
Industry standards (IPC, ISO, etc.)
Implement and monitor barcode/RFID tracking systems
Maintain records for: Process traceability Rework and repair history
Process traceability
Rework and repair history
Support quality teams in root cause analysis (RCA) and failure investigations
3. Material Handling & Control
Define and implement material handling procedures for NPI builds
Ensure proper ESD, moisture control (MSL), and storage conditions
Coordinate material readiness for: Proto builds Pilot runs Mass production ramp-up
Proto builds
Pilot runs
Mass production ramp-up
Manage: Kitting processes Line-side inventory control Material movement tracking
Kitting processes
Line-side inventory control
Material movement tracking
Work closely with SCM for: Material shortages Alternate parts evaluation
Material shortages
Alternate parts evaluation
Ensure FIFO/FEFO compliance and proper material segregation
4. NPI & Cross-Functional Coordination
Participate in NPI meetings, build readiness reviews, and gate approvals
Coordinate with: Design Engineering Quality Assurance Production Supply Chain
Design Engineering
Quality Assurance
Production
Supply Chain
Drive smooth transition from prototype to mass production
Support trial builds, validation runs, and process qualification
5. Quality & Compliance
Ensure compliance with: ISO 9001 / ISO 13485 / IATF standards (as applicable) ESD and safety standards
ISO 9001 / ISO 13485 / IATF standards (as applicable)
ESD and safety standards
Support internal and external audits
Ensure proper documentation for: PPAP / FAI / Validation reports
PPAP / FAI / Validation reports
Maintain data integrity for regulatory and customer audits
Education
Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Electronics / Electrical Engineering
Technical Skills
- Strong understanding of: Electronics manufacturing processes (SMT, PCBA, Box Build) BOM structures and component identification ESD, MSL, and handling standards
- Electronics manufacturing processes (SMT, PCBA, Box Build)
- BOM structures and component identification
- ESD, MSL, and handling standards
- Experience with: ERP (SAP / Oracle) PLM tools Traceability systems (barcode, MES)
- ERP (SAP / Oracle)
- PLM tools
- Traceability systems (barcode, MES)
- Knowledge of IPC standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001)
Soft Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
- Good coordination and stakeholder management
- Ability to work in fast-paced NPI environment
- Attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in EMS industry
- Exposure to automotive / medical / aerospace electronics
- Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, 5S practices
- Certification in quality or process excellence is an added advantage
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
NPI build readiness success rate
Documentation accuracy and audit compliance
Traceability system effectiveness
Material availability & handling efficiency
ECO implementation cycle time
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