NPD Engineer

Steerway Business Consultants; Rajkot; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Steerway Business Consultants in Gujarat seeks an NPD Engineer to lead the development of new auto parts from concept through production, collaborating with design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to define specifications and feasibility.

You will conduct market research to identify customer needs, translate insights into actionable features, and manage timelines to meet budget constraints while driving process improvements across the development lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of new product development (NPD) processes and methodologies.
• Experience in product development and design, particularly in the auto parts industry.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Proficiency in relevant design and engineering software tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the new product development process from concept through production, ensuring quality and performance standards.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to develop product specifications and feasibility.
• Conduct market research to identify customer needs and translate insights into actionable features.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring milestones are met within budget constraints.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and team members.
• Continuously evaluate and improve product development processes to enhance efficiency.

Skills

NPD processes

Auto parts design

Problem-solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

We are seeking a skilled NPD Engineer to join our dynamic team in Gujarat. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in the new product development process, focusing on the design and engineering of innovative auto parts. This position requires a strong understanding of product development methodologies and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to bring new products from concept to market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the new product development process from initial concept through to production, ensuring that all products meet quality and performance standards.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to develop product specifications and ensure feasibility.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify customer needs and trends, translating these insights into actionable product features.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring that all milestones are met within budget constraints.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and team members.
• Continuously evaluate and improve product development processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Required Skills:

• Strong knowledge of new product development (NPD) processes and methodologies.
• Experience in product development and design, particularly in the auto parts industry.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Proficiency in relevant design and engineering software tools.

If you are passionate about product innovation and have a proven track record in NPD, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our exciting journey in the auto parts industry.