NPD Manager Hardware

HeadFox; Jaipur; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work on innovative technology

Fast-growing startup environment

High ownership of projects

Job summary

A D2C automobile technology company in Jaipur seeks an R&D and NPD Manager to focus on product development and innovation. You will be responsible for conducting research, analyzing new technologies, and supporting the R&D team in building advanced rider safety products. Ideal candidates will have 2–4 years of experience in product development and strong analytical skills. This role offers the chance to work on innovative technology within a fast-growing startup environment.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in R&D, product development, or product analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of hardware and electronic products.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product research and technology analysis for new hardware features.
• Support the R&D team in developing new product concepts.
• Prepare product documentation and research reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Cross-team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Research tools

Job description

Headfox Innovations Pvt. Ltd. is a D2C automobile technology company focused on developing smart helmets and rider safety technology products. Our mission is to create innovative, reliable, and intelligent hardware solutions that enhance rider safety and connectivity.

Role Overview

We are looking for a R&D and NPD Manager – Product Development who will play a key role in product research, analysis, and development. The candidate will be responsible for analyzing new technologies, evaluating product features, and supporting the R&D team in building innovative hardware products.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct product research and technology analysis for new hardware features
• Study competitor products and identify improvement opportunities
• Support the R&D team in developing new product concepts and features
• Analyse product performance and suggest improvements
• Work closely with hardware and product teams
• Prepare product documentation, research reports, and feature analysis
• Identify new technologies, components, and innovation opportunities
• Support product development from concept to launch

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in R&D, product development, or product analysis, and product lifecycle
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Understanding of hardware /electronic products/automobile
• Ability to research and evaluate new technologies
• Experience in product documentation and research reporting
• Good communication and cross-team collaboration skills
• Complete the project in NPD. Have a hand in new product development.

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to the product lifecycle, development, and new product or hardware products
• Experience working in a startup or product-based company

What do we offer?

• Opportunity to work on innovative smart helmet technology
• Direct involvement in product innovation and development
• Fast-growing startup environment
• High ownership and strong learning opportunities