NPI Engineer / Senior Project Engineer

OSI Optoelectronics; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturer in Johor Bahru is seeking an experienced individual to lead the technical setup of new products. Responsibilities include process flows, BOM creation, and coordinating First Article builds. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 3-5 years in high-volume manufacturing. Strong technical skills and excellent communication abilities are essential for preparing reports and presenting to customers. Join a dynamic team focused on quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in high-volume manufacturing, preferably in electronics, PCBA, or electro-mechanical assembly.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical setup for new products including process flows, BOM creation, and accuracy.
• Coordinate First Article builds and analyze results for customer approval.
• Prepare data-driven reports for customers to communicate issues.

Skills

NPI (e.g., APQP)

RFQ technical analysis

SPC

statistical analysis

RCA methods (8D, 5-Why)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics/Electrical/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Agile

SAP

D365 applications

ISO 9001

IATF 16949

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical setup for new products, including process flows, BOM creation, and Item Card accuracy.
• Build and manage the NPI schedule to ensure on-time FA builds and smooth mass production release.
• Coordinate First Article (FA) builds and analyze results to secure customer approval.
• Conduct DFM reviews to identify and prevent potential production issues early.
• Perform technical feasibility and risk assessments for new RFQs.
• Work with the Process team to prepare accurate machine and labour cycle time estimates.
• Support the Program team with technical input on BOM structure and manufacturing complexity.
• Serve as the main technical contact for customer questions, complaints and audits.
• Prepare clear, data-driven reports for customers to communicate issues and get engineering approval.
• Ensure all work instructions and quality documents meet internal QMS and customer requirements.
• Mitigate single source risks by proposing and validating alternate MPNs for approval.
• Ensure all alternate components comply with standards (e.g., RoHS etc.).
• Work with SQE to resolve material cosmetic defects at suppliers and prevent defects from reaching production.
• Manage ECN changes, ensuring documentation, training, and controlled implementation.
• Support QA with quick RCA and prepare CAPA/8D reports for major yield or quality issues.
• Collaborate closely with customers on technical requirements and solutions.
• Lead CAPA, PFMEA, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electronics/Electrical/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering field.

Experience: At least 3 to 5 years in high-volume manufacturing, preferably in electronics, PCBA, or electro-mechanical assembly.

Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of NPI (e.g., APQP), RFQ technical analysis and costing (including cycle time), SPC, statistical analysis, and RCA methods (8D, 5-Why).

Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing formal reports and presenting technical information to customers.

Technical Skills and Tools: ERP/MRP systems: Agile, SAP and D365 applications; Quality standards: ISO 9001; IATF 16949 (added advantage); Manufacturing processes: PCBA, SMT, electro-mechanical assembly.