TQC Precision Engineering Pte. Ltd. Hiring! Full Time NPI Engineer in , Earn up to SGD 4,500 - Ricebowl

Job Responsibility

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Review customer drawings, specifications, and technical requirements.
• Conduct Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and manufacturing feasibility assessments.
• Develop process flow, routing, operation sequences, and manufacturing plans for new products.
• Coordinate prototype builds, first article inspections (FAI), and production trials.
• Support production transfer from prototype to mass production.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal departments throughout the NPI process.

Process Engineering

• Develop machining processes for CNC milling, turning, grinding, and secondary operations.
• Determine machining sequences, cutting tools, machining parameters, and work holding methods.
• Prepare setup sheets, process instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and manufacturing documentation.
• Conduct process validation, capability studies, and continuous process improvements.
• Support production troubleshooting and implement corrective and preventive actions.

Fixture & Tooling Development

• Design and develop jigs, fixtures, gauges, and work holding solutions.
• Support the implementation of zero-point clamping systems and productivity improvement projects.
• Work closely with CNC programmers and production teams to optimize machine setups, cycle times, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Generate and modify fixture and tooling designs using SolidWorks.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Conduct root cause analysis using 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, and other problem-solving methodologies.
• Support FAI, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and customer qualification requirements.
• Implement process improvements to reduce cycle time, scrap, rework, and machine downtime.
• Monitor process capability (Cp/Cpk) and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Project Management

• Coordinate activities among Engineering, Production, Quality, Purchasing, and Customers.
• Track project milestones and ensure timely completion of NPI activities.
• Provide technical support during customer audits, project reviews, and qualification activities.

Job Requirement

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Precision Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in CNC machining, process engineering, manufacturing engineering, or NPI engineering.
• Strong knowledge of CNC Milling, CNC Turning, cutting tools, work holding methods, and fixture design.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications.
• Proficiency in Mastercam and SolidWorks is required.
• Experience in machining process development, tooling selection, and production troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies is an advantage.
• Experience in precision engineering, semiconductor equipment, medical manufacturing industries will be an added advantage.

Pay: $3,800.00 - $4,500.00 per month

Work Location: In person