NPI Quality Assurance Engineer

Employment: Full-time Experience level: Associate Job Description The NPI Quality Engineer is responsible for leading quality planning and execution for New Product Introduction (NPI) from development through mass production. This role ensures that products and processes meet internal quality standards, customer requirements, and industry regulations while enabling a smooth and stable transition into mass production. Key Responsibilities •Lead quality planning and execution for New Product Introduction (NPI) from development and qualification through initial mass production. •Develop, implement, and maintain Control Plans, PFMEA, risk assessments and product/process qualification activities throughout NPI phases. •Support customer quality requirements during NPI, including audits, documentation and technical discussions. •Establish, monitor, and drive improvement of critical product and process quality metrics (yield, defect rates, Cp/Cpk, and reliability) during NPI and initial mass production. •Drive cross-functional issue resolution with Design, Process, Equipment, and Operations teams, leading root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions using structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, Fishbone, 5-Why) for NPI-related issues. •Ensure compliance with applicable industry and customer quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949, VDA 6.3, customer-specific requirements) and continuously improve NPI quality processes, lessons learned and best practices. Qualifications Qualifications and Skills ·Bachelor Degree in Engineering or Applied Science. ·Engineers with experience in QC, NPI processes or manufacturing are encouraged. Soft Skills ·Strong coordination and communication with cross‑functional teams. ·Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. ·Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure. ·Detail‑oriented with good documentation discipline. Additional Information Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier . With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future. At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives. We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process. Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us? Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our  Diversity & Inclusion Statement .