Senior NPI Process Engineer (PCBA/SMT Focus)

Celestica

  • Senai, Johor
  • Tetap
  • Sepenuh masa
  • 1 hari lepas
Req ID: 128403
Remote Position: No
Region: Asia
Country: Malaysia
State/Province: Johor
City: SenaiSummaryWe seek a seasoned NPI Process Engineer to drive the seamless transition of complex printed circuit board assemblies (PCBA) from design to volume production. You'll own NPI readiness for high-mix, low-volume SMT manufacturing, ensuring robust processes, resolving technical roadblocks, and optimizing build efficiency. Your expertise in BOM structures, DFM/DFT, and SMT process excellence will be critical to success.Detailed DescriptionPerform tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:NPI Process Leadership
  • Lead end-to-end NPI preparation for SMT-based PCBA products, including process validation, workflow design, and documentation (PFMEAs, control plans, work instructions).
  • Conduct DFM/DFT reviews with design teams to mitigate manufacturing risks and optimize BOM/AVL (Approved Vendor List) alignment.
  • Develop SMT process recipes (stencil design, solder paste, reflow profiles) for complex, mixed-technology assemblies.
BOM & Configuration Management
  • Analyze and validate complex multi-level BOMs, ensuring accuracy, alternate component management, and lifecycle compliance.
  • Resolve BOM discrepancies, obsolescence issues, and supply chain challenges during NPI phases.
High-Mix/Low-Volume (HMLV) Optimization
  • Design flexible processes for rapid product changeovers and low-volume efficiency.
  • Troubleshoot PCBA defects (solder defects, component placement, ICT/FCT failures) using root-cause analysis (8D, Fishbone).
  • Implement statistical process control (SPC) for critical-to-quality (CTQ) parameters in SMT lines.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with Design, Test, Supply Chain, and Customer to resolve build issues and ensure on-time delivery.
  • Mentor junior engineers and technicians on NPI best practices.
Continuous Improvement
  • Drive yield improvement, cost reduction, and process scalability initiatives.
  • Drive and ensure compliance with quality standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001).
Knowledge/Skills/CompetenciesEducation: BS/MS in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
Experience:
  • 7+ years in NPI process engineering within PCBA/SMT manufacturing
  • Proven expertise in complex BOM structures (multi-level, configurable, ECO management).
  • Hands-on experience with SMT processes(screen printing, SPI, pick-and-place, reflow, AOI, X-ray).
  • Track record solving high-mix/low-volume PCBA production challenges.
Technical Skills:
  • DFM/DFT, PFMEA, Process validation
  • CAD tools (Valor) and MES.
  • Root-cause analysis (8D, 5 Whys), SPC, and Lean methodologies.
  • Familiar Standards: IPC-A-610, IPC-J-STD-001, IPC-7711/21.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with flex/rigid-flex PCBA, press-fit connectors, or box-build integration.
  • Knowledge of automation solutions for HMLV environments.
  • Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification.
  • Familiarity with Industrial product or medical device manufacturing.
NotesThis job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.Celestica is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on any protected status (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran or disability status or other characteristics protected by law).
At Celestica we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process. Please indicate your needs and we will work with you to meet them.COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world's best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development - from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

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