New Product Development Manager - EMS | Electronics

As an experienced and strategic NPD Manager in the Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) industry, your role will involve leading and overseeing the end-to-end development of electronic products, specifically focusing on PCBA and Box Build assemblies. Your responsibilities will include: - **NPD Strategy & Planning**: Develop and execute NPD strategies aligned with business objectives, focusing on PCBA and Box Build assemblies. - **Team Leadership & Management**: Lead and mentor a team of NPD engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. - **Project Management**: Oversee all phases of NPD projects, from concept to mass production, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. - **DFM/DFT Oversight**: Ensure robust Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT) practices are implemented. Understand the test requirements, develop the test fixture, and validate the same. - **BOM & Component Management**: Manage BOM structures, component selection, and EOL strategies, optimizing for cost and availability. Expertise in finding alternatives, reverse engineering techniques, etc. - **Process Design, Development & Optimization**: Drive the development and optimization of manufacturing processes for PCBA and Box Build assemblies. Prepare the product benchmark data for 100% FPY. - **Risk Management**: Identify and mitigate technical and supply chain risks associated with NPD projects. - **Customer Relationship Management**: Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers during the NPD process. - **Quality & Compliance**: Ensure adherence to quality standards (e.g., IPC), regulatory requirements & QMS requirements for different verticals. - **Supplier Collaboration**: Collaborate with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality components and materials. - **Performance Monitoring & Reporting**: Track and report on NPD project performance, identifying areas for improvement. Qualifications required for this role include: - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or a related field. - 10+ years of experience in NPD within an EMS environment, with a focus on PCBA and Box Build assemblies. - Proven track record of successfully leading NPD projects and teams. - Strong understanding of PCBA and Box Build manufacturing process requirements and latest technologies. - Expertise in DFM/DFT principles and practices. - Proficient in BOM management, component selection, and EOL management, Reverse Engineering. - Excellent project management and leadership skills. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.,