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.

Competitive compensation and benefits package.