NPI Local Champion
NXP SemiconductorsJob Title
NPI Local Champion
Role Summary
Lead and coordinate New Product Introduction (NPI) projects from initiation through production readiness. Serve as the focal point for cross-functional execution across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Business teams.
Drive project schedules, risk management, and execution to meet business and customer commitments.
Experience Level
Entry-level — typically 1–3 years of relevant experience; fresh graduates with strong academic records may be considered.
Responsibilities
Manage engineering and project activities to move new products from development to production.
- Lead and manage engineering workstreams for NPI projects.
- Create and maintain project plans, timelines, deliverables, and resource forecasts.
- Coordinate with R&D to define product specifications and development approaches.
- Support prototype builds, validation, and product release activities.
- Develop prototype and test plans aligned to manufacturing instructions and process needs.
- Facilitate cross-functional communication on goals, risks, and status.
- Monitor project progress and ensure compliance with procedures and regulations.
- Drive continuous improvement in NPI processes and cycle time.
- Support risk assessments, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
Requirements
Key skills and experience required for successful performance in the role.
- 1–3 years experience in NPI, project management, manufacturing/process/product engineering, or semiconductor operations.
- Basic understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes, product qualification flow, and production lifecycle.
- Familiarity with project management methodologies, stage-gate processes, or NPI governance.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong presentation, reporting, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electronics, Manufacturing, Project Management, or a related technical field. Fresh graduates with outstanding academic achievements and leadership potential may be considered.
About the Company
Company: NXP Semiconductors
Headquarters: Nijmegen, Netherlands
NXP Semiconductors N.V. is a global semiconductor company that provides High Performance Mixed Signal and Standard Product solutions. With over 45,000 employees and operations in more than 35 countries, NXP is a leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, catering to automotive, industrial IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. The company is committed to innovation and sustainability, advancing a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through technology.
