Entity: WIN
Job Title: Assistant Manager – NPI (Component Development Engineer)
Grade: WIN E / WIN F / WATER B3
Business Unit: Wipro Infrastructure Engineering (Hydraulics)
Department: New Product Introduction (NPI)
Role Description:
Responsible for end-to-end development of hydraulic and precision-engineered components from concept to production. The role involves supplier development, component sourcing, manufacturing feasibility assessment, prototype development, validation, APQP/PPAP implementation, cost optimization, and project management activities to support new product development programs.
The incumbent will lead component development activities for machined, cast, forged, fabricated, welded, and hydraulic components while ensuring quality, cost, delivery, and project milestones are achieved as per business requirements.
Additionally, the role involves:
Leading development of new components through supplier engagement and project execution.
Conducting RFQ evaluations, technical feasibility reviews, and supplier assessments.
Driving prototype development, validation, and production readiness activities.
Coordinating process prove-out and manufacturing validation activities.
Ensuring supplier manufacturing processes comply with product and process requirements.
Managing component cost, lead time, quality, and delivery targets.
Participating in DFM reviews and providing manufacturing feedback during product development.
Collaborating with design, quality, sourcing, manufacturing, and supplier teams for successful project execution.
Supporting continuous cost reduction and value engineering initiatives.
Qualification:
DME (Diploma in Mechanical Engineering)
OR
BE / B.Tech – Mechanical Engineering
Desired Experience:
8 to 10 years of relevant experience in Component Development, NPI, Supplier Development, or Manufacturing Engineering.
Eligibility Criteria for Internal Applicants:
Minimum experience in the current role: 2 years
Minimum performance criteria (HVC/MR for last 2 years): HVC
Grade criteria: WIN E / WIN F / WATER B3
Key Skills Required:
Component Development & NPI
Development of machined, forged, cast, fabricated, welded, and hydraulic components.
New Product Introduction (NPI) and product development processes.
RFQ management and technical feasibility assessment.
Prototype development and validation.
Production readiness and industrialization activities.
Process prove-out and manufacturing validation.
Manufacturing Engineering
Hands-on experience with CNC and VMC machining processes.
Strong understanding of machining practices and manufacturing constraints.
Experience in:
Machining
Casting
Forging
Fabrication
Welding
Heat Treatment
Manufacturing process capability assessment and improvement.
Quality & Supplier Development
APQP and PPAP documentation preparation and execution.
Supplier audits and supplier development activities.
Process validation and quality assurance.
Root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
Supplier capability assessment and improvement programs.
Technical Competencies
Good understanding of GD&T.
Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews.
Manufacturing feasibility analysis.
Component cost estimation and zero-based costing.
Engineering drawing interpretation and technical review.
Project Management
Cross-functional project coordination.
Milestone planning and execution.
Timeline management and tracking.
Risk identification and mitigation.
Lead time reduction initiatives.
Cost & Business Excellence
Cost optimization and value engineering.
Component localization initiatives.
Supplier cost negotiations and productivity improvements.
Achievement of quality, cost, and delivery objectives.
Systems Knowledge
SAP knowledge preferred.
Experience with engineering and supplier management systems.
Soft Skills
Strong project management skills.
Technical problem-solving capability.
Effective communication and presentation skills.
Stakeholder management and collaboration.
Negotiation and influencing skills.
Self-driven and result-oriented approach.
Reporting to:
Manager / Head – NPI
Work Location:
Wipro Infrastructure Engineering (Hydraulics), Peenya, Bengaluru
Working Days:
6 Days per Week
Preferred Candidate Profile:
Experience in hydraulic component development and manufacturing engineering.
Strong exposure to supplier development and NPI processes.
Proven experience in APQP, PPAP, DFM, and cost optimization projects.
Experience handling multiple suppliers and development projects simultaneously.
Recruiter:
v.srinivasa@wipro.com