NPI Project Lead – Electronics & SMT Manufacturing

ESCATEC Electronics Sdn Bhd; Penang; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ESCATEC Electronics Sdn Bhd in Penang seeks an NPI Project Lead to drive New Product Introduction initiatives from gate to gate. You will guide cross-functional teams, plan validation steps, and ensure documentation aligns with approvals.

The role requires a degree in engineering, 3+ years in NPI, and strong communication. You will manage schedules, track CTQs, and support continuous improvement while traveling internationally as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechatronic Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years experience in New Product Introduction.
• Data driven decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and within tight schedule.
• Excellent spoken and written English skills.
• Support post project reviews, lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Must be highly motivated and able to work independently.
• Willingness to travel internationally on occasion.
• Knowledge of PCBA and Box builds manufacturing processes with CTQs.
• Knowledge of IPC 610/600, IPC J-Std, ISO13485, IATF16949.
• Knowledge of SPC (Statistical Process Control).
• Good communication, interpersonal & leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage NPI projects through respective gates.
• Lead the team to manage day to day issues and progress in NPI activities.
• Manage the project schedules to meet deadlines.
• Manage NPI documentation accordingly.
• Plan projects around validation & approval gates.

Skills

Data driven decisions

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

English proficiency

Independent work

Travel willingness

Under pressure

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

MS Project

MS Excel

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Job description

ESCATEC Electronics Sdn Bhd in Penang seeks an NPI Project Lead to drive New Product Introduction initiatives from gate to gate. You will guide cross-functional teams, plan validation steps, and ensure documentation aligns with approvals.

The role requires a degree in engineering, 3+ years in NPI, and strong communication. You will manage schedules, track CTQs, and support continuous improvement while traveling internationally as needed.