New Product Development (NPD) Engineer / Executive

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Role: New Product Development (NPD) Engineer

Job Summary:

We are looking for a proactive and innovative New Product Development (NPD) Engineer to join our team.

The ideal candidate will play a key role in developing and launching new products from concept to production, working cross-functionally with design, production, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure successful and timely project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support end-to-end development of new products from concept, prototyping, testing, to production launch.
• Collaborate with design, R&D, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure feasibility and manufacturability.
• Create and maintain Product Design Specifications (PDS) and Bill of Materials (BOM).
• Participate in DFMEA, PFMEA, and risk assessments for new products.
• Conduct or support product validation, testing, and trials in coordination with quality and testing teams.
• Work with suppliers for sample development, tooling, and part approval (PPAP).
• Monitor project timelines, ensure milestones are met, and report progress to stakeholders.
• Maintain proper documentation as per internal standards and customer requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and feedback incorporation from post-launch reviews.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related engineering field.
• 1-3 years of experience in New Product Development, Project Engineering, or Design & Development. (For fresher roles, internship or project experience is acceptable.)
• Knowledge of product lifecycle management and stage-gate processes.
• Familiarity with design and modeling software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Creo).
• Understanding of quality systems like ISO 9001, IATF 16949 is a plus.
• Strong analytical, coordination, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Exposure to APQP, PPAP, and other core tools.
• Project management experience or training.
• Ability to work on multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Good understanding of materials, processes, and manufacturing techniques.