New Product Development Manager

3 days ago

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Karkhana Full time ₹ 1,04,000 - ₹ 1,30,878 per year

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 (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.

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.

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