NPI Process Development Engineer – Automation & Assembly

NPAworldwide

Kulai

On-site

MYR 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

NPAworldwide is seeking an experienced engineer in Malaysia to lead NPI projects from concept through mass production for advanced connector assemblies. You will define processes, develop semi-automated and automated lines, and coordinate with local and China suppliers to ensure on-time launches.

Responsibilities include DFМ reviews, equipment qualification, process validation, and continuous improvement to achieve quality, yield, and cost targets, with a focus on precision tooling and automated

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or related field.
Minimum 5 years experience in NPI, process development, manufacturing engineering, or automation in connector/electronics/precision manufacturing.
Experience in developing and qualifying semi-automated or fully automated assembly lines and inspection systems.
Familiarity with connector assembly, SMT processes, automated testing equipment, CCD vision inspection, and precision tooling.
Experience in DFM reviews, equipment qualification, process validation, and mass production transfer.
Ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams and local/overseas suppliers.

Responsibilities

Lead NPI projects from concept through process development, qualification, validation, and mass production release.
Develop and establish assembly processes for new connector products, including semi-automated and fully automated lines.
Create process flow, manufacturing methods, and production plans based on monthly volumes and customer needs.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely project execution and launches.
Review product specs, assembly requirements, and tooling concepts before equipment development.
Define equipment and tooling requirements for new assembly and inspection processes.
Coordinate with local and overseas machine makers for design, fabrication, installation, commissioning, and qualification (China suppliers).
Develop and qualify assembly and inspection equipment, including HIPOT testers and CCD inspection systems.
Monitor equipment performance and ensure process specs, quality, and capacity targets.
Conduct process trials, engineering runs, and qualification activities to verify capability and quality.
Prepare process docs: flow charts, work instructions, equipment specs, qualification reports.
Troubleshoot process and equipment issues; implement corrective and preventive actions.
Explore innovative manufacturing technologies to improve assembly capability, precision, and efficiency.
Drive continuous improvement in automation, inspection, process control, and cost reduction.
Ensure smooth transfer of qualified NPI processes to mass production; support ramp-up resolution with teams.