Job Description - New Product Development (NPD) Engineer

Position : New Product Development (NPD) Engineer Department : Engineering & Product Development Location : Pune Company : XLNT Technology

About the Role

Key Responsibilities New Product Development

- Lead product development activities from concept generation to commercial production.
- Develop product concepts, technical specifications, CAD models, engineering drawings, and BOMs.
- Conduct design reviews, prototype evaluations, testing, and validation.
- Drive Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) initiatives.
- Manage engineering changes and continuous product improvements.

CNC & Manufacturing Development

- Create and optimize CNC/VMC machining strategies for prototype and production components.
- Generate CNC programs using CAM software such as Mastercam, SolidCAM, Fusion 360, Powermill, or equivalent.
- Select cutting tools, machining parameters, fixtures, and work-holding methods.
- Analyze machining cycle times and identify productivity improvements.
- Support machining trials, first-off inspections, and process validation.
- Work closely with machine operators and production teams to resolve manufacturing challenges.
- Develop machining processes for precision components, molds, fixtures, tooling, and production parts.

Project Management

- Coordinate with Design, Production, Purchase, Quality, and Vendors to ensure timely project execution.
- Track development timelines, milestones, and product launch schedules.
- Prepare technical reports, validation documents, SOPs, and development records.

Innovation & Cost Optimization

- Identify opportunities for product innovation and process improvement.
- Evaluate new manufacturing technologies, materials,



and machining techniques.
- Reduce product cost through design optimization and process improvements.

Required Qualifications

- B.E./B.Tech/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
- 2-5 years of experience in Product Development, Design Engineering, CNC Manufacturing, or NPD.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks, Creo, NX, CATIA, or equivalent CAD software.
- Solid knowledge of CNC Turning, CNC Milling, VMC Programming, Tooling, Fixtures, and CAM Software.
- Understanding of GD&T;, machining tolerances, material selection, and manufacturing processes.
- Hands-on experience with prototype development and production support.

Mandatory Skills

- CNC Programming
- VMC Programming (3, 4 & 5 Axis Preferred)
- VMC Process Planning
- CAM Programming (SolidCAM preferred)
- Tool Selection & Cutting Parameters
- Fixture Design & Workholding Concepts
- GD&T; Interpretation
- Manufacturing Costing & Cycle Time Analysis
- Product Design & Development
- Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving

Preferred Experience

- Aerospace, Medical & Precision Engineering Industry.
- Experience developing products that move from prototype to mass production.
- Exposure to CNC & VMC machining centers and assembly processes.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement practices.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Successful Product Launches
- Prototype-to-Production Conversion Rate
- CNC Program Efficiency & Cycle Time Reduction
- Product Cost Optimization
- Quality of Product Design & Documentation
- On-Time Project Completion
- Manufacturing Readiness & Process Stability

What XLNT Technology Expects

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Benefits :

- Health insurance
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 New Product Development Engineer (Talwade)
🏢 XLNT Technology
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