New Product Development (NPD) Engineer – Advanced Ceramics

Rikruut; Kampung Baru Ulu Tiram; On-site; MYR 73,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Rikruut is seeking an NPD Engineer specializing in Advanced Ceramics to lead development and manufacture ultra-precision ceramic components. You will manage complex machining processes to achieve micron-level dimensional accuracy and optimize workflows for high-hardness materials like Alumina and Zirconia.

You will collaborate with Quality, Production, and Procurement to ensure successful product launches and maintain documentation such as drawings and BOMs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Diploma in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Materials Engineering.
• 2–3 years hands-on machining of hard materials (Advanced Ceramics/Hard Metals).
• Ability to maintain micron-level tolerances in high-volume production.

Responsibilities

• Design, optimize, and document manufacturing processes for advanced ceramic parts, focusing on diamond grinding, lapping, and high-precision machining.
• Lead mold trials, process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), and product testing to ensure quality and dimensional specifications.
• Create and maintain technical documentation including drawings, BOMs, FMEA, Control Plans, and Work Instructions.
• Drive Value Engineering to improve cycle times, reduce scrap, and enhance process stability.
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, and Procurement to troubleshoot issues and support product launches.

Skills

Machining

Micron tolerance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Diploma in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Materials Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Mastercam

CAD/CAM software

Job description

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New Product Development (NPD) Engineer – Advanced Ceramics

Employment Type: Permanent

Position: New Product Development (NPD) Engineer – Advanced Ceramics

Working Hours: Mon–Fri, 8:30AM–6:15PM

Salary Package: RM6,500-9,500 (depends on experience)

Summary

As an NPD Engineer specializing in Advanced Ceramics, you will lead the development and manufacturing of ultra-precision ceramic components. You will be the technical expert responsible for managing complex machining processes, ensuring micron-level dimensional accuracy, and optimizing manufacturing workflows for high-hardness materials (e.g., Alumina, Zirconia). This role is critical for the seamless transition of high-tech products from prototype design to full-scale production.

Responsibilities:

• Process Development: Design, optimize, and document manufacturing processes for advanced ceramic parts, specifically focusing on diamond grinding, lapping, and high-precision machining.
• Technical Execution: Lead mold trials, process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), and product testing to ensure components meet rigorous quality and dimensional specifications.
• Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation, including engineering drawings, BOMs, FMEA, Control Plans, and Work Instructions.
• Continuous Improvement: Champion Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE) to improve cycle times, reduce material scrap, and enhance process stability.
• Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with Quality, Production, and Procurement to troubleshoot technical issues and support successful product launches.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Materials Engineering.
• Technical Skills: Minimum 2–3 years of hands-on experience in machining hard materials (Advanced Ceramics/Hard Metals).
• Precision Focus: Proven ability to manage and maintain micron-level dimensional tolerances in a high-volume production environment.
• Process Knowledge: Experience with diamond grinding, lapping, or similar high-precision ceramic shaping techniques.
• Software: Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (SolidWorks, Mastercam, or equivalent).
• [Optional] Experience in the semiconductor or aerospace components sector.
• [Optional] Knowledge of IATF 16949 or ISO 9001 standards.
• [Optional] Basic understanding of sintering/kiln profiles, even if the primary focus is machining.
• [Optional] Six Sigma Green Belt or similar process improvement methodology.