Role Overview:

The NPI (New Product Introduction) Engineer – SMT & Assembly is responsible for end‑to‑end introduction of Integrated System Packages / new electronic products into the SMT and Final assembly production lines. This role ensures smooth transition from design to mass manufacturing by developing processes, validating equipment capability, preparing documentation, and coordinating with cross‑functional teams.

The role is accountable for process yield, reliability, cost saving while building strong cross functional alignment with TDG, Process , Equipment, Quality and Customer teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• NPI Planning & Project Execution

• Lead NPI Activities from design phase to mass production phase for SMT & Box Assembly Processes.

• Evaluate Product designs (DFM) and provide inputs/feedback to Design Team / Customers.

• Prepare NPI Project Plans, timelines & deliverables.

• Conduct feasibility studies for new processes & Products.

• Provide complete NPI documentation for customer approval.

• New Model Readiness





• Develop and maintain all process documentation, work instructions & SOPs.

• All recent models trail pre-readiness (EVT/ DVT / PVT).

• Create SMT Programs for Pick n Place/Mounter, SPP, SPI, AOI & Reflow oven based on Gerber, CAD data & BOM.

• Define & develop jigs/ fixtures and ergonomic tools for SMT & Box Assembly operations.

• Define optimal SMT parameters (Solder Paste type, Stencil design, Reflow Profile, Component Placement rule etc. )

• Develop & Validate reflow Profiles for lead free processes.

• Drive First Article Inspection and resolution of SMT related defects.

• Develop process for Wave Soldering, Selective Soldering, assembly line setup, testing & packaging.

• Optimize cycle times and improve process efficiency during NPI trails

• Quality Excellence

• Accountable for first pass yield, final yield and field reliability.

• Lead root cause analysis for yield excursions using FMEA, DOE and failure analysis during

📌 NPI Engineer (Jagiroad)
🏢 Tata Electronics Private
📍 Jagiroad