Development Process Engineer New Product Introduction (NPI)

About Molex

Molex is a global leader in electronic components, dedicated to innovation and creating a connected future. With a strong presence in the connectivity and connector industry, Molex Vietnam is committed to delivering high-quality solutions for customers around the world. Join our team and be part of a company that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

About The Role

As a Development Process Engineer (DPE), you will play a critical role in coordinating cross-functional engineering efforts for new product introduction (NPI) and product transfer projects, guiding them from early development through to mass production (MP). You will lead the technical coordination of tooling/die, automation, product engineering, and plant engineering teams to ensure that quality, delivery, and cost targets are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

Leading & Coordinating New Product Launches (NPI / MT Phase)

• Design and develop manufacturing processes across all stages (Stamping, Molding, Plating, Assembly, Packaging).
• Prepare Design for Manufacturing (DFM) documentation for all processes and tooling.
• Lead kick-off meetings with suppliers, Product Design (PD), Project Management (PJM), and process design teams to align on tooling and component DFM.
• Build and drive the master project plan, aligning cross-functional teams to project milestones including trial, First Article Inspection (FAI), Q-run, New Product Release (NPR), customer samples, and mass production.
• Prepare materials and components required for debugging and trial processes.
• Lead process optimization and improvement initiatives to meet Global Component Approval (GCA) design standards.
• Lead FAI evaluations and liaise with the Molex CCS Development Center on product design feedback and change requests.
• Prepare reports for NPR meetings and Engineering Change Notice (ECN) releases.
• Design packing specifications for all manufacturing processes.
  
  

Leading & Coordinating Transferred Product Launches

• Create technical documentation for product transfer procedures.
• Request and review transfer documentation (technical specs, packing lists) from source sites (e.g., Japan).
• Coordinate with QC, After-Sales (AS), and MD teams to align on project schedules for trial, FAI, Q-run, and customer samples.
• Prepare materials and components for debugging and trial runs, and build trial plans in coordination with cross-functional teams.
• Prepare FAI/Q-run reports, customer sample production, and support Product Change Notice (PCN) reporting.
• Design packing specifications for all transfer processes.
  
  

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain a strong working knowledge of Stamping, Plating, Molding, and Assembly processes, with the ability to develop new processes and set up new production lines from concept to mass production.
• Lead and coordinate functional engineering teams (Stamping, Plating, Molding, Assembly) throughout development and product transfer activities.
• Serve as the key liaison with the Molex CCS Development Center on new product development, transfers, trial requests, and quality matters.
• Issue packing standards for all processes and participate in FAI, Q-run, and quality evaluations.
• Manage and resolve 4M changes, PCNs, and ECNs.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience as a Product Engineer, Production Engineer, Process Engineer, or Project Lead, with hands-on involvement in new product launch processes strongly preferred.
  
  

Skills & Abilities

• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes across multiple disciplines.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., NX or equivalent).
• Proven ability to lead teams and coordinate cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Fluency in English required; Japanese language skills are a plus.
• High level of integrity, initiative, accountability, carefulness, and honesty.
• Strong willingness to learn and share knowledge with others.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong work ethic with flexibility to work overtime when required.
  
  

Why Join Molex

• Be part of a global leader in the connector and connectivity industry, working on cutting-edge products.
• Opportunity to lead cross-functional teams and directly influence new product success.
• Collaborative, innovation-driven culture with strong support for professional development.