Manager, Global Hardware Enablement (ATKL)

NXP Semiconductors; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors in Malaysia invites applications for a leadership role to guide the GHWE KL team, steering NPI/NTI test hardware programs from concept to on-time delivery. You will manage hardware suppliers, drive risk management, cost control, and collaborate with BL, GNTC, Procurement, Quality, and manufacturing sites to deploy FTK projects.

The role demands strong leadership and a data-driven approach.

Qualifications

• Experience with test hardware development lifecycle.
• Proven ability to lead hardware projects with suppliers.
• Strong stakeholder and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with NPI/NTI processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the GHWE KL team.
• Manage NPI/NTI Test Hardware projects and ensure on-time delivery.
• Drive project execution, risk management, and issue resolution.
• Manage hardware suppliers and monitor schedule, quality, cost, and performance.
• Lead supplier selection and sourcing activities.
• Coordinate with BL, GNTC, Procurement, Quality, and manufacturing sites.
• Oversee FTK (Full Turnkey) project deployment and execution.
• Ensure compliance with GHWE processes, HRS, and ARAS.
• Drive continuous improvement, cost savings, and process optimization.
• Provide project status updates and support management escalations when required.

Skills

Test hardware

NPI/NTI processes

Supplier qualification

ARAS/HRS

Team leadership

Cross-functional collab

Decision making

Risk management

Project planning

Cost management

Data-driven decisions

Communication & presentation

Ownership mindset

Tools

ARAS

HRS

Job description

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the GHWE KL team. Manage NPI/NTI Test Hardware projects and ensure on-time delivery. Drive project execution, risk management, and issue resolution. Manage hardware suppliers and monitor schedule, quality, cost, and performance. Lead supplier selection and sourcing activities. Coordinate with BL, GNTC, Procurement, Quality, and manufacturing sites. Oversee FTK (Full Turnkey) project deployment and execution. Ensure compliance with GHWE processes, HRS, and ARAS. Drive continuous improvement, cost savings, and process optimization. Provide project status updates and support management escalations when required.

Requirements

Technical Strong knowledge of Test Hardware solutions (PCB, Load Board, Probe Card, Socket). Understanding of NPI/NTI processes and hardware development flow. Experience with supplier qualification and technical reviews. Familiarity with ARAS, HRS, and hardware release processes. Leadership Team leadership and coaching skills. Strong stakeholder and cross-functional collaboration. Ability to drive decisions and resolve conflicts. Effective escalation and risk management capability. Business & Project Management Project planning and schedule management. Risk, change, and cost management. Data-driven decision making. Strong communication and presentation skills. Proactive mindset with a strong sense of ownership.

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