New Product Development Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic NPD Manager to lead and oversee the end-to-end development of electronic products, including PCBA and Box Build assemblies

This role is critical to driving product innovation, ensuring design feasibility, managing cross-functional
collaboration, and optimizing processes for cost, quality, and efficiency The ideal candidate will bring over a decade of experience in New Product Development within the Electronics

Manufacturing Services (EMS) industry, along with strong leadership and technical expertise Responsibilities: 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 bench mark 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 (, , 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 Requirements:

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 1 and dynamic environment