Manufacturing Process Engineer - NPI

Aptiv; Matamoros; Presencial; MXN 430.000 - 690.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive health insurance package.

Inclusive work environment

Descripción de la vacante

Aptiv in Matamoros, Mexico seeks a Manufacturing Process Engineer for NPI to support product launches from DV to mass production. You will apply DFM/DFA, validate processes, and collaborate with design teams to optimize assembly and test fixtures for electronics.

Responsibilities include PFMEA, MSA/GR&R, DoE, Cp/Cpk, and leading MQ phases to ensure readiness of equipment and documentation, driving improvements in cycle time, yield, and automation.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of experience in electronics.
• Experience in New Product Introduction is a must.
• Experience in automotive industry.
• Advanced English.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 and VDA 6.3 standards.
• Experience with APQP methodologies and product launch processes.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 for PCB assembly quality.
• Concept design and validation of fixtures for electronics manufacturing.
• Experience with automated and semi-automated assembly systems.
• Hands-on support for equipment acceptance and process validation: GR&R, MSA, DoE, Cp/Cpk
• Development of PFMEA including reverse PFMEA; PFD; Control Plans; Work Instructions; PM plans
• Strong knowledge of assembly automation, SMT, and traceability systems
• Experience with root cause analysis tools (5 Whys, Ishikawa, Pareto)

Responsabilidades

• Support product launches from development validation through mass production.
• Apply DFM/DFA to ensure efficient, scalable manufacturing processes.
• Provide engineering support for prototypes and builds; identify issues.
• Participate in MQ1 and MQ2 to ensure readiness of equipment and processes.
• Conduct manufacturability reviews to identify risks and cost reductions.
• Collaborate with design teams to optimize product architecture for assembly.
• Drive design improvements to reduce cycle time and errors.
• Ensure alignment between product design and production constraints during NPI.
• Conduct PFMEA and Reverse PFMEA before mass production.
• Lead escalation in PDT meetings and drive KPI improvements (OEE, yield).
• Participate in MRVA, operations reviews and quality meetings.
• Coordinate with Industrial Engineering on capacity planning and sourcing.
• Support equipment supplier release MQ1/MQ2 and acceptance activities.
• Execute capability plans including MSA and GR&R; develop PFMEA, PFD, Control Plans.
• Define equipment setup, spare parts, and maintenance strategies.
• Perform strain measurements and process validation activities.
• Define traceability for products and manage equipment transfer/setup.

Conocimientos

New Product Introduction

APQP

PFMEA

MSA & GR&R

DoE

Cp/Cpk

Process Validation

Root Cause Analysis

PFD & Control Plans

MES & Traceability

SMT & PCB Assembly

Automation & Assembly Equipment

IATF 16949 & VDA 6.3

Equipment Acceptance

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Electronics

Herramientas

PFMEA (reverse)

DoE tools

GR&R tools

Descripción del empleo

Manufacturing Process Engineer - NPI

Why join Aptiv? You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world's leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road - helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us?

In your daily job you will:

• Support product launches from development validation (DV) through MP (mass production).
• Apply DFM/DFA principles to ensure efficient, scalable, and cost-effective manufacturing processes.
• Provide engineering support for prototype and engineering builds; identify and elevate design, test, and supplier-related issues.
• Participate in MQ1 and MQ2 phases, ensuring readiness of equipment, processes, and documentation.
• Conduct manufacturability reviews to identify process risks, yield impacts, and cost reduction opportunities.
• Collaborate with product design teams to optimize product architecture for ease of assembly and process capability.
• Drive design improvements to reduce cycle time, part complexity, and assembly errors, enabling higher automation and throughput.
• Ensure alignment between product design, process capability, and production constraints during NPI phases.
• Conduct PFMEA and Reverse PFMEA before mass production.
• Participate in PDT meetings and lead escalation processes when required.
• Drive improvements to production KPIs (OEE, FTQ, yield, downtime).
• Actively participate in operational and quality meetings (KPI meetings, MRVA, operations reviews, escalations).
• Collaborate with Industrial Engineering on capacity planning and equipment sourcing/installation.
• Support equipment supplier release (MQ1/MQ2) and acceptance activities.
• Execute capability plans including MSA and GR&R studies.
• Develop and validate process parameters and process specifications.
• Define equipment setup, spare parts lists, and maintenance strategies.
• Perform strain measurements and process validation activities.
• Define and implement product-specific traceability.
• Manage equipment transfer and setup (import/export).

Your Background

• Completed bachelor's degree +5 years of experience in electronics
• Experience in New Product Introduction is a must
• Experience in automotive industry
• Advanced English
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 and VDA 6.3 standards.
• Experience with APQP methodologies and product launch processes.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 for PCB assembly quality.
• Concept design and validation of assembly and test fixtures for electronics manufacturing.
• Experience with automated and semi-automated assembly systems.
• Hands-on support for equipment acceptance and process validation: GR&R, MSA, DoE, capability studies (Cp/Cpk)
• Development of key manufacturing deliverables: PFMEA (including reverse PFMEA)
• Process Flow Diagrams (PFD)
• Control Plans
• Work Instructions and PM plans
• Strong knowledge of: Assembly automation, Smart fastening systems, Adhesive dispensing processes, PCB fabrication and assembly, MES and traceability systems, Surface Mount Technology (SMT)
• Experience with root cause analysis tools (5 Whys, Ishikawa, Pareto)

Why join us?

Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.

You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.

You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Benefits

• Competitive health insurance package.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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