NPI Engineer

UWC Berhad; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Penang seeks a Project Lead to manage first article development and ensure timely implementation. Responsibilities include leading a cross-function team, reviewing product designs, and preparing reports. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with experience in sheet metal fabrication, project management, and CAD/CAM software. This is a key role requiring excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, or Professional Degree in Engineering.
• Experience in Sheet Metal fabrication and CNC machining industries.
• Experience with project management, PPAP, DFM, FMEA, and DoE.

Responsibilities

• Generate first article for customer qualification before mass production run.
• Lead and manage project team for timely implementation of first article project.
• Monitor project progress and mitigate risks for on-time product delivery.

Skills

Project management

DFM

FMEA

CAD/CAM software proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Mechatronic)

Tools

SolidWorks

Solid Edge

Mastercam

hyperMILL

Job description

Generate first article for customer qualification before mass production run.

Prepare Project Gantt and setup cross function project team.

Lead and manage project team to ensure timely implementation of First Article project.

Review customer 3D data and drawings, bill of materials, specification and standard part TDS.

Review DFM, PFMEA, process capability study, stack up tolerance study for product design and requirement.

Ensure development of Process drawing as per customer drawing requirement.

As PDD main communication window with customer, prepare progress update report and lead technical discussion.

Lead and perform Post Mortem activities for all FA items before 1st MP.

Review critical part jig and fixture concept for new product and process improvement.

Initiate Engineering Change Deviation Notification (EDCN) and Internal Change Request Form (ICRF).

Review First Article Inspection Report (FAIR).

Write 8D report and RCCA report for any NPI team related issue.

Monitor project progress, identify potential bottlenecks, and take proactive measures to mitigate risks and ensure on-time delivery of new products.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, Professional Degree, Engineering (Mechanical), Engineering (Mechatronic/Electromechanical) or equivalent.

Experience in Sheet Metal fabrication & CNC machining industries.

Experience in project management, PPAP, DFM, FMEA and DoE in product/process improvement.

Experience in CAD/CAM software such as SolidWorks / Solid Edge / Mastercam / hyperMILL etc.