Project & NPI Manager

Company Overview

Founded in 1981, Spindex is a leading regional precision engineering manufacturer specializing in turning, machining, grinding, surface treatments, and mechanical sub-assemblies. Headquartered in Singapore, it operates facilities in China, Malaysia, and Vietnam with over 2,000 employees.

Job Summary

As Project & NPI Manager, you will lead the full lifecycle of New Product Introduction and engineering changes, coordinating cross-functional teams and managing product transfers to regional plants, ensuring smooth production launches with frequent overseas travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end NPI projects by managing milestones, timelines, budgets, and risks to ensure successful design transfer and production ramp-up
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (R&D, Tooling, Process Engineering, QA, Supply Chain) across Singapore and regional plants in Malaysia, China, and Vietnam to align project goals
• Travel frequently to overseas plants to oversee pilot runs, resolve manufacturing issues, conduct equipment and process qualifications, and audit production readiness
• Serve as the primary technical liaison for international MNC clients to facilitate Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews and manage Engineering Change Orders (ECO)
• Apply structured problem-solving methods (FMEA, SPC, 8D, DOE) to optimize yield, control costs, and achieve zero-defect production launches
• Communicate technical information effectively in English and Mandarin to support collaboration with plant management and operations teams across regional sites
• Manage stakeholder relationships and adapt communication styles to navigate diverse workplace cultures in the region
• Demonstrate flexibility and readiness to travel overseas on short notice to meet project requirements

Required competencies and certifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Precision Engineering, or related technical disciplines
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Project Management and New Product Introduction within precision engineering, machining, turning, or mechanical sub-assembly manufacturing
• Proficiency in written and spoken English and Mandarin to conduct technical discussions, review engineering documentation, and align production goals with regional teams
• Proven experience managing production transfers or manufacturing projects across Asian borders, specifically Malaysia, China, or Vietnam
• Strong technical knowledge of precision machining processes (CNC turning/milling, grinding, surface treatments), 2D/3D engineering drawings, and GD&T

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Exceptional stakeholder management skills and cultural adaptability to work effectively across diverse regional teams