Engineer - NPI & Engineering

Job Description Company: Cyient DLM Location: Hyderabad Department: NPI & Engineering Designation: Engineer – NPI & Engineering (PCBA) Experience: 3–5 Years Role Overview The Engineer – NPI (PCBA) will support New Product Introduction (NPI) and engineering execution of PCB Assembly projects in an AS9100-certified aerospace/defense or EMS manufacturing environment. The role focuses on hands-on execution, process readiness, build support, and smooth transition from prototype to production while ensuring compliance with IPC and quality standards. Key Responsibilities Support NPI activities for PCBA projects from prototype to pilot and early production stages.

Assist in APQP activities, project tracking, and milestone execution. Perform BOM validation, alternate part checks, and manufacturability assessment. Participate in DFM/DFA/DFT reviews as per IPC guidelines.

Support development of process flows, work instructions, and build documentation. Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Design, Quality, Production, Test, SCM) during NPI builds. Provide hands-on support during prototype and pilot builds.

Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and support root cause analysis (RCA). Assist in implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). Ensure adherence to AS9100 quality procedures and documentation requirements.

Support internal audits, customer audits, and build readiness reviews. Technical Skills & Standards Hands-on experience in PCB Assembly (PCBA) manufacturing. Good understanding of: SMT and PTH processes Pick & Place machines Reflow and Wave soldering Selective soldering (preferred) AOI and X-ray inspection Exposure to PCBA-level testing: ICT FCT Functional testing Working knowledge of IPC standards: IPC-A-610 IPC-7711/7721 (preferred) IPC-J-STD-001 (preferred) Basic understanding of AS9100 quality systems and documentation.

Exposure to MES / ERP / PLM tools is an advantage. Qualifications BE / BTech in Electronics, Electrical, or related discipline. 3–5 years of relevant experience in Aerospace, Defense, or EMS manufacturing. Strong execution, problem-solving, and coordination skills.

Willingness to work on shop floor and support builds. Requirements Mandatory: BE / BTech in Electronics, Electrical, or related discipline. 3–5 years of hands-on experience in PCBA manufacturing or NPI engineering. Experience in SMT and PTH assembly processes.

Exposure to prototype, pilot, and early production builds. Basic understanding of IPC standards (IPC-A-610, J-STD-001 preferred). Familiarity with manufacturing documentation (WI, SOP, Process Flow, etc.).

Willingness to work on shop floor during builds and trials. Strong coordination skills with cross-functional teams. Preferred: Experience in Aerospace / Defense / EMS environment.

Exposure to AS9100 or similar quality systems. Knowledge of AOI, X-ray inspection, and functional testing. Understanding of DFM/DFA/DFT concepts.

Experience with MES / ERP / PLM tools. Benefits Opportunity to work on Aerospace and Defense programs. Exposure to AS9100-certified manufacturing environment.

Learning opportunity in NPI and advanced PCBA processes. Career growth path toward Senior NPI Engineer. Access to modern SMT lines and testing infrastructure.

Skill development through on-the-job training and certifications. Stable long-term programs in the aerospace domain.