NPI DFMA Process Lead Engineer

2 weeks ago

Penang, Malaysia Motorola Solutions Full time
Company Overview

​At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We're a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that's critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.


Department OverviewThe NPI DFMA (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly) Engineer at Motorola Solutions is a lead role focused on optimizing new products for efficient and cost-effective production. This is more than just a design review position; it's a strategic role that drives quality and productivity improvements from the very beginning of the product lifecycle. The successful candidate will be the bridge between design, manufacturing, and supply chain, ensuring that products are not only functional but also easy to build, with the highest quality and at the lowest possible cost.
Job Description

Responsibilities: 

  • Lead DFMA Initiatives: Spearhead efforts to embed DFMA principles into the new product introduction process, focusing on both Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA).

  • Supplier Development: Collaborate with and develop EMS to establish and maintain best-in-class manufacturing processes. This includes auditing their capabilities and guiding them to meet MSI's quality and productivity standards.

  • Process Innovation: Continuously seek out and implement new manufacturing processes and technological breakthroughs to improve product quality, increase productivity, and reduce costs.

  • Cost & Productivity Management: This role is pivotal in achieving the company's goals for productivity, timely delivery, and cost-efficiency. The engineer will be directly responsible for identifying and implementing cost-saving measures without compromising on quality or performance.

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert, working closely with design engineers, supply chain managers, and quality assurance teams to ensure a seamless transition from design to mass production.

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Basic Requirements

Requirements:

  • Candidate must possess at least a Master's / Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineering. 

  • Expertise in DFMA: Deep knowledge and practical experience in applying Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) methodologies. This includes a strong understanding of how design choices impact manufacturing complexity, cost, and quality.

  • Manufacturing Acumen: A solid understanding of various manufacturing processes (e.g., Ultrasonic Welding, Heat stake, Resistance welding, Laser welding, sheetmetal fabrication) and the ability to evaluate a supplier's production capabilities.

  • Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to identify potential manufacturing and assembly issues early in the design phase and propose innovative, practical solutions.

  • Leadership and Influence: As a lead engineer, the candidate must be able to influence cross-functional teams and external suppliers to adopt best practices and drive process improvements.

  • Results-Oriented Mindset: A proven track record of achieving measurable improvements in quality, productivity, and cost in a manufacturing or NPI environment.

  • Willing to work at Bayan Lepas, Penang

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Travel Requirements10-25%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperiencedReferral Payment PlanYes

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you'd like to join our team but feel that you don't quite meet all of the preferred skills, we'd still love to hear why you think you'd be a great addition to our team.

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