The NPI Engineer is responsible for leading the mechanical
aspect of new product introduction from concept through production launch. This
role ensures product designs are manufacturable, cost-effective, and meet
quality and timeline requirements. The engineer will collaborate with
cross-functional teams including design, manufacturing, quality, and supply
chain to ensure a smooth product transition into mass production.
Key Responsibilities
1. Product Development & Design Support
- Work
with R&D;/design teams to review mechanical designs for
manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA)
- Provide
inputs on materials, tolerances, and design optimization
- Support
prototype builds and validation testing
- Identify
and resolve design-related issues before production
2. New Product Introduction (NPI) Execution
- Drive
NPI activities from prototype to pilot runs and mass production
- Develop
and execute NPI project timelines, milestones, and deliverables
- Coordinate
engineering builds (EVT, DVT, PVT stages where applicable)
- Ensure
readiness of manufacturing processes prior to launch
3. Manufacturing Process Development
- Define
and validate assembly processes, tooling, fixtures, and work instructions
- Collaborate
with production teams to establish efficient manufacturing workflows
- Conduct
process capability studies and implement improvements
4. Supplier & Component Management
- Work
with suppliers to develop and qualify current components
- Support
supplier selection, tooling validation, and PPAP submissions
- Ensure
parts meet design specifications, quality, and cost targets
5. Quality & Risk Management
- Participate
in DFMEA / PFMEA and risk mitigation activities
- Support
root cause analysis and corrective actions for NPI issues
- Ensure
compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements