Interview Process - Screening >> AI Interview >> L1 Interview >> Offer & JoiningKey Responsibilities – NPI & Program LeadershipOwn multiple concurrent EMS NPI programs across customers and product families Lead NPI execution from RFQ support, design transfer, prototype, pilot, and ramp-up to mass production Ensure customer milestones are met on time and within quality and cost targets Act as senior technical escalation point during NPI issues and factory stopsTechnical Leadership (EMS / PCBA)Drive DFM, DFA, and DFT reviews for PCB, PCBA, and box-build assemblies Review and challenge PCB fabrication data, assembly drawings, stack-ups, and BOM risks Guide SMT, THT, reflow, wave/selective soldering, cleaning, coating, and test strategy decisions Lead structured root cause analysis for yield loss and customer escapesQuality, Yield & Risk ManagementOwn FPY, DPPM, and escape metrics for all NPI builds Lead PFMEA, control plans, and process validation activities Ensure smooth NPI-to-HVM transition with all actions closed Institutionalize lessons learned to prevent repeat issues Process Governance & LeanDefine and deploy standard NPI processes, checklists, and gate reviews Drive reduction of NPI cycle time through standard work and parallel execution Eliminate non-value-added activities using Lean principles Support automation and digital tracking of NPI metricsTeam Leadership & DevelopmentLead and mentor Assistant Managers, Senior Engineers, Engineers, and technicians Build technical capability across SMT, PCBA, testing, and industrialization Develop succession plans and competency matrices Foster a culture of ownership and collaboration Customer & Cross-Functional Leadership Act as senior technical interface for customers during NPI Manage escalations with clear recovery plans Align Manufacturing, Quality, SCM, Planning, and Business teams Balance customer expectations with factory capabilityRequired Experience & Qualifications• 15+ years of experience in EMS NPI and/or process engineering • Strong hands-on background in SMT and PCBA manufacturing • Proven experience leading NPI from design transfer to mass production • Working knowledge of IPC standards, PFMEA, and process validation
Job Title
New Product Introduction Manager