Engineer III - Quality (NPI)

Advanced Energy; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in precision power solutions seeks a Factory NPI Quality Engineer to coordinate launch activities and ensure product quality in manufacturing processes. This role requires strong problem-solving abilities, quality planning expertise, and the capacity to lead manufacturing improvements, contributing to the successful launch of new products while ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years in quality engineering in manufacturing.
• Practical experience with Advanced Product Quality Planning tools.
• Yes, proficiency in problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, Fishbone.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing site’s NPI deliverables and quality documentation.
• Coordinate Advanced Quality Planning activities and internal gate reviews.
• Develop and implement Poke Yoke strategies into the Control Plan.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Knowledge of quality tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Advanced Degree in Engineering/Science

MBA

Tools

APQP tools

Control Plans

FMEA

MSA

SPC

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Advanced Energy

Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement, and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation across industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing, and healthcare. With engineering expertise and responsive global service, the company builds collaborative partnerships to meet technological advances, support growth, and innovate the future of power. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Advanced Energy has been dedicated to perfecting power for over four decades.

Position Focus:

The Factory NPI Quality Engineer is responsible for coordinating launch activities at the manufacturing site, creating and verifying launch process quality documents, and supporting program management gate reviews. This role is part of the project team and ensures manufacturability and quality requirements are met while mitigating risks. The engineer will also coordinate relevant Quality Systems deployment to the factory.

• Ensure execution of Product Quality Planning (PQP) delivered from the design site Quality Program Manager (QPM).
• Maintain quality control over the factory NPI production line, including firewall/line stop control.
• Lead manufacturing and process improvements during NPI, addressing build issues related to manufacturing and design.
• Coordinate and consolidate build performance reports within the NPI team and align quality statements with QPM and Program Manager.
• Own the Safe Launch Control Plan, Critical To Quality (CTQ), and Process Control Plan, driving flawless launch results.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical field from an accredited institution.
• Advanced Degree in Engineering/Science and MBA are preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.

Position Specific Requirements:

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and listening skills.
• Practical experience with Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) tools and NPI program management.
• Proficiency in problem-solving tools such as 8D methodology, Fishbone diagrams, Brainstorming, and 5 Why analysis.
• Knowledge of quality tools and process control methods including Control Plans, FMEA, MSA, SPC, and product lifecycle management.
• Ability to interpret specifications and understand quality parameters and product requirements.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of customer-specific requirements.
• Experience with manufacturing highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement, and control solutions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Core Responsibilities:

• Lead manufacturing site’s NPI deliverables and ensure completion of quality documentation during initial product launch.
• Coordinate all Advanced Quality Planning activities, including internal gate reviews with the Business Unit and program team.
• Ensure product specifications comply with sample shipment requirements.
• Support PFMEA activities to meet functional specifications and control requirements.
• Develop and implement Poke Yoke strategies and controls into the Control Plan.
• Confirm manufacturing readiness for launch programs and product/process changes.
• Participate in launch meetings and customer process reviews/audits.
• Develop and maintain production process Control Plans, CTQ, and Safe Launch Plans.
• Coach manufacturing teams on quality requirements and AQP adherence.
• Monitor FA part approval of supplied components.
• Conduct program gate reviews to verify site readiness and document completion.
• Ensure MSA studies and Gage R&R are conducted for launch programs.
• Authority to halt processes or product delivery in case of non-conformance, safety, or environmental risks.