Ichia Technologies, INC. Hiring! Full Time New Product Introduction Engineer in Kedah - Ricebowl

Job Title: NPI (New Product Introduction) Engineer

Job Summary

The NPI Engineer is responsible for managing and coordinating New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from product development through mass production. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure new products are introduced efficiently, meeting quality, cost, delivery, and customer requirements while supporting continuous process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from development, pilot build, trial run, to mass production.
• Collaborate with R&D, Production, Quality, Procurement, Planning, and customers to ensure successful product launches.
• Develop and validate manufacturing processes, work instructions (WI), SOPs, and production documentation.
• Prepare and maintain project schedules, timelines, and NPI progress reports.
• Conduct process validation, trial runs, and First Article Inspection (FAI) to ensure product readiness.
• Identify and resolve technical and manufacturing issues during the NPI stage through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Support Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Quality (DFQ) initiatives.
• Coordinate Engineering Change Orders (ECO) and Engineering Change Notices (ECN).
• Participate in APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plan, and Process Flow development where applicable.
• Monitor product yield, process capability, and manufacturing readiness to ensure smooth production ramp-up.
• Work with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure materials, tooling, and equipment are ready for production.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and cost optimization.
• Ensure compliance with company quality standards, customer requirements, and safety regulations.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Engineering Manager.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred; electronics manufacturing experience is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of NPI processes, APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plan, Process Flow, DOE, and Lean Manufacturing is preferred.
• Familiarity with Engineering Change Management (ECO/ECN), DFM, and production validation processes.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, technical specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOM).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems; knowledge of CAD software is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and project coordination skills.
• Able to work independently and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin (spoken and written) is an added advantage to communicate effectively with Mandarin-speaking colleagues, suppliers, customers, and headquarters.