New Product Introduction Engineer

Avalon Technologies Limited; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Avalon Technologies Limited is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead New Product Introduction for precision sheet metal and fabricated parts. You will assess feasibility, develop processes, plan tooling, and drive readiness from prototype through production launch.

You will collaborate with Tooling, Quality, Production and Supply Chain teams to ensure quality, cost and delivery targets during RFQ handover to production release, with emphasis on GD&T and manufacturing validation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Production Engineering.
• 3-5 years in NPI or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Experience in Aerospace, Railway, Defence, or precision sheet metal fabrication preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead NPI activities from feasibility to production launch.
• Review drawings, GD&T, and specifications.
• Develop Process Flow, PFMEA, Control Plan and work instructions.
• Define tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing requirements.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure readiness.
• Support changes and cost optimization during NPI.

Skills

APQP

PFMEA

Process Flow

Control Plan

Work Instructions

GD&T

CAD Software

BOM & Routing

Tooling & Fixtures

AS9100 / FAI

Cross-functional

Manufacturing Docs

Problem-solving

Surface Finishing

Laser Cutting

Punching

Welding

Education

B.E. Mechanical/Production

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

AutoCAD

Job description

Responsible for leading New Product Introduction (NPI) activities for precision sheet metal and fabricated products, including technical feasibility assessment, process development, APQP documentation, tooling planning, manufacturing readiness, and production launch. The role involves managing projects across Aerospace, Railway, Defence, and Precision Sheet Metal Fabrication sectors, ensuring seamless transition from product development to full-scale production while meeting quality, cost, and delivery objectives

Responsibilities:

• Review customer drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies and develop manufacturing processes.
• Prepare Process Flow, PFMEA, Control Plan, Work Instructions, and Routings.
• Define tooling, fixtures, gauges, and manufacturing requirements.
• Work on prototype builds, trials, FAI, and qualification activities.
• Coordinate with Tooling, Quality, Production, Supply Chain, and Configuration teams.
• Ensure successful NPI execution from RFQ handover to production release.
• Support engineering changes, process improvements, and cost optimization initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Production Engineering.
• 3-5 years' experience in NPI, Manufacturing Engineering, or Process Engineering.
• Experience in Aerospace, Railway, Defence, or Precision Sheet Metal Fabrication preferred.

Required Skills:

• APQP, PFMEA, Process Flow Diagram, Control Plan, and Work Instructions.
• Strong knowledge of Laser Cutting, Punching, Bending, Welding, Assembly, and Surface Finishing processes.
• BOM creation, Routing development, and Manufacturing Documentation.
• GD&T interpretation and stage drawing preparation.
• Tooling and fixture requirement definition.
• Knowledge of AS9100, FAI, and manufacturing process validation.
• Strong cross-functional coordination and problem-solving skills.
• CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD).

Preferred Skills:

• AS9102 FAI documentation.
• SAP exposure.
• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement.