External Manufacturing NPI Manager
Core
Lead backend external manufacturing NPI from conceptualization through production launch for new semiconductor products.
Role type
Senior IC NPI Manager (Semiconductor Manufacturing)
Builds
New semiconductor packages and complex derivative platforms for commercialization
Domain
Semiconductor industry, IC manufacturing, OSAT operations
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
NPI process management, cross-functional team leadership, DFM readiness, OSAT partnership management, production ramp management, technical project management, team mentoring, statistical analysis, DOE characterization, SPC, failure analysis, CAD/simulation, chip-to-package interaction (CPI) knowledge
Preferred skills
SiC, JFET, GaN, CIS Imaging assembly process expertise, IC package design, data analytics adoption, Mandarin language proficiency
Technologies
PLM systems, CAD tools, statistical analysis software
Responsibilities
Own backend external manufacturing NPI from conceptualization to production launch; deliver PLM requirements for new product commercialization; manage team performance, delivery, and resource planning; interface with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain); drive DFM and manufacturability readiness; partner with OSATs for assembly readiness and qualification; manage production ramp and safe launch; establish Best Known Methods and fan-out to production
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership
