NPI Manager

Servotech Power Systems; New Delhi; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Servotech Power Systems seeks an experienced New Product Introduction (NPI) Manager to lead end-to-end industrialization of electronic products from design handoff to stable mass production. The role requires hands-on leadership across SMT, MI, and Assembly, with strong NPI data management and client-facing communication.

The ideal candidate will drive design for manufacturability, develop and validate manufacturing docs, and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure timely, high-quality

Qualifications

• 12+ years in electronics manufacturing.
• 8+ years in an NPI / program management role.
• Hands-on expertise in SMT, MI, and Assembly processes.
• Strong working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, DFM/DFA, CTQ, FPY, OEE.
• Proven experience in NPI data management, BOM/ECN control, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead NPI activities from prototype to mass production handoff.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership across SMT, MI, and Assembly lines.
• Drive DFM/DFA reviews with design and engineering teams.
• Develop and validate manufacturing documentation: WIs, Process Flows, BOMs, Control Plans, PFMEA.
• Plan pilot/trial runs and capture build data to resolve issues before ramp-up.
• Monitor process parameters, cycle time, line balancing, FPY, and yield.

Skills

NPI management

Cross-functional leadership

Data-driven decision making

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent)

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

ERP/MES systems

Job description

Job Summary

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced New Product Introduction (NPI) Manager to lead the end-to-end industrialization of electronic products from design handoff through to stable mass production. The ideal candidate is hands-on across SMT, Manual Insertion (MI), and Assembly processes, with strong capabilities in NPI data management, cross-functional coordination, and client-facing communication and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• NPI Process Production - Lead NPI activities for new electronic products from prototype / EVT through PVT to mass production (MP) handoff.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership across SMT, Manual Insertion (MI), and Assembly lines - including line setup, first-article inspection, and process troubleshooting.
• Drive DFM/DFA (Design for Manufacturability / Assembly) reviews with design and engineering teams to optimize products for production.
• Develop and validate manufacturing documentation: Work Instructions, Process Flow Diagrams, BOMs, Control Plans, and PFMEA.
• Plan and execute pilot / trial runs, capture build data, and resolve issues before volume ramp-up.
• Establish and monitor process parameters, cycle time, line balancing, takt time, FPY, and yield improvement.

NPI Data Management

• Own and maintain NPI data: BOM control, ECN/ECO management, revision tracking, and build records.
• Manage NPI gate / phase documentation and ensure timely deliverables across each stage gate.
• Track KPIs (FPY, yield, defect rates, cycle time, OTD) and maintain program visibility.
• Ensure traceability and accuracy of all production and quality data.

Client Communication Presentation

• Serve as the primary technical interface with customers throughout the NPI lifecycle.
• Prepare and deliver clear program status updates, build reports, and technical presentations to clients and internal leadership.
• Coordinate customer reviews, design freezes, and production-readiness sign-offs.
• Translate customer requirements into actionable manufacturing plans.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Lead cross-functional NPI teams spanning engineering, quality, supply chain, production, and test.
• Coordinate material readiness, tooling, fixtures, and test equipment for new builds.
• Drive timely resolution of technical and schedule risks.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent).
• 12+ years in electronics manufacturing, with 8+ years in an NPI / program management role.
• Hands-on expertise in SMT, Manual Insertion (MI), and Assembly processes.
• Strong working knowledge of NPI methodologies: APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, DFM/DFA, CTQ, FPY, OEE.
• Proven experience in NPI data management, BOM/ECN control, and documentation.
• Excellent client communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP/MES systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with EMS/OEM environments and customer-facing program management.
• Six Sigma / Lean Manufacturing certification.
• Experience in solar inverter, EV charger, battery, or power electronics product lines.

Key Competencies

• Strong technical problem-solving on the shop floor.
• Data-driven decision-making and KPI ownership.
• Clear, confident communicator with both clients and internal teams.
• Ability to manage multiple programs under tight timelines.

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