Npd Engineer

Role & responsibilities

• Manage PPAP preparation and closure for NPD projects as per customer requirements.
• Support NPD Head in APQP mapping, project scheduling, review meetings, MOM preparation, and action-point closure.
• Prepare, maintain, and update NPD quality documents and records.
• Plan and coordinate NPD trials, final inspection, and trial part approval.
• Act as Customer PIC for new product development, coordinating drawings, specifications, trials, approvals, and customer requirements.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, Tooling, Purchase, and other cross-functional teams for timely project completion.
• Monitor NPD project timelines, milestones, pending activities, and ensure on-time project closure.
• Handle PCR/SCR control, including coordination, documentation, tracking, and closure.
• Follow up on customer/internal action points and escalate delays or issues to the NPD Head.
• Ensure all NPD activities comply with customer requirements, quality standards, and project timelines.

Preferred candidate profile

• Knowledge of NPD, APQP, PPAP, PCR/SCR and automotive quality documentation.
• Good project coordination, customer communication, follow-up, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Automotive / Auto Component industry experience preferred.