NPI Engineer

Kaertech Limited; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 670,000 - 1,116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedule

Leave Benefits

Shuttle Service

Free Parking

Clothing Allowance

Laundry Allowance

Rice Allowance

Medical Allowance

Job summary

Kaertech Limited is seeking an NPI Engineer in the Philippines to drive the successful introduction and transition of new products from design to mass production. You will establish, validate, and standardize manufacturing processes to ensure ramp-up readiness, product quality, and adherence to customer requirements and industry standards.

Responsibilities include developing process flowcharts, PFMEA, Control Plans, and assembly processes; collaborating with Design and Engineering; performing

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of NPI and manufacturing process development.
• Familiarity with Lean and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficient in SPC, DOE, FMEA, Pareto analysis, and root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of process flow development, Control Plan preparation, capability analysis, and cycle time studies.
• Familiar with manufacturing quality systems and engineering documentation.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and engineering software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and release initial manufacturing process flowcharts for new products and identify critical parameters.
• Prepare and release PFMEA to identify risks and preventive measures.
• Develop and release Control Plans for inspection methods and quality checkpoints.
• Establish and validate assembly processes for manufacturability and readiness.
• Prepare engineering reports on assembly processes and validation results.
• Coordinate with Design/Engineering to review specs before production.
• Conduct process validation during proto builds, trials, and initial production.
• Analyze process data to identify abnormalities and quality issues.
• Prepare process logs and perform root cause analysis for corrective actions.
• Ensure processes meet product specs, customer requirements, and quality standards.
• Evaluate process capability and stability using statistical tools.
• Provide technical support to Production during implementation and ramp-up.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful NPI.
• Hand over validated processes and documentation to Production.

Skills

NPI knowledge

Manufacturing process development

Assembly process validation

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous improvement

SPC

DOE

FMEA

Pareto analysis

Root cause analysis

Process flow development

Control Plan preparation

Process capability analysis

Cycle time studies

Engineering documentation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The NPI Engineer is responsible for ensuring the successful introduction and transition of new products from design and development to mass production by establishing, developing, validating, and standardizing manufacturing processes. The position focuses on process readiness, product manufacturability, quality assurance, and production efficiency to ensure a smooth production ramp-up, consistent product quality, and compliance with customer requirements and applicable industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and release initial manufacturing process flowcharts for new products, identifying the sequence of operations, process requirements, and critical production parameters.
• Prepare and release initial Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) to identify potential process risks and establish appropriate preventive and corrective measures.
• Develop and release initial Control Plans to define inspection methods, control parameters, monitoring requirements, and quality checkpoints throughout the manufacturing process.
• Establish and validate assembly processes to ensure product manufacturability, process reliability, and production readiness.
• Prepare and release engineering reports covering assembly processes, process evaluations, validation results, and technical recommendations.
• Coordinate with Design and Engineering teams to review product specifications, drawings, and technical requirements before production implementation.
• Conduct process validation and evaluation during prototype builds, engineering trials, pilot runs, and initial production activities.
• Analyze process performance and production data to identify abnormalities, process variations, and potential quality issues.
• Prepare process logs and conduct data analysis to identify root causes and recommend appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure that manufacturing processes meet established product specifications, customer requirements, and applicable quality standards.
• Evaluate process capability and stability using appropriate statistical tools and methodologies.
• Provide technical support in resolving assembly-related problems encountered during NPI and mass production.
• Analyze assembly processes to identify opportunities for improving productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Conduct assembly cycle time studies for new products, particularly during Request for Quotation (RFQ) activities, to support production capacity planning and cost estimation.
• Recommend process improvements to reduce cycle time, eliminate process bottlenecks, minimize defects, and optimize manpower and equipment utilization.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance process efficiency and eliminate waste.
• Monitor process performance and implement corrective actions to address recurring production issues and process deviations.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering, Process Engineering, Production, Quality Assurance, and other relevant departments to ensure successful NPI implementation.
• Coordinate the resolution of design and process-related issues affecting product manufacturability and production readiness.
• Ensure that process documentation, engineering requirements, and production parameters are properly established and released before mass production.
• Provide technical guidance and support to Production during process implementation, pilot runs, and mass production ramp-up.
• Facilitate the smooth handover of validated manufacturing processes, documentation, and technical requirements to the Production team.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the immediate superior.

Must Have

• Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Engineering, preferably Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or other related engineering course.
• Knowledgeable in New Product Introduction (NPI), manufacturing process development, and assembly process validation.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficient in Statistical Process Control (SPC), Design of Experiments (DOE), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Pareto Analysis, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Knowledgeable in process flow development, Control Plan preparation, process capability analysis, and cycle time studies.
• Familiarity with manufacturing quality systems, engineering documentation, and applicable industry standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and other relevant engineering software.

What We Offer

At Kaertech, we invest in our people. Here is what you can expect when you join our team.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Leave Benefits
• Shuttle Service & Free Parking
• Clothing, Laundry, Rice & Medical Allowance