Intel Corporation develops and manufactures computing technologies used across personal computers, data centers, cloud infrastructure, edge systems, networking, and 5G environments. Its portfolio includes Intel Core, Xeon, and Atom processors, along with discrete graphics, AI accelerators, silicon photonics, embedded solutions, and networking and storage technologies. The company also supports developers through software tools and technical resources, with a focus on performance, security, and advancing AI-enabled computing.
Senior NPI Engineer, Semiconductor Manufacturing — Intel, Penang
Lead semiconductor technology transfers, factory qualification, and product launches at Intel. Coordinate sample builds, manage launch risks, and prepare products for high-volume manufacturing.
Description
- Lead NPI launches from initial planning and technology transfer through program execution and high-volume manufacturing.
- Coordinate product development, factory qualification, manufacturing operations, and customer commitments as the primary point of contact.
- Set key milestones and deliverables for technology transfers and factory start-ups.
- Coordinate system, process, and material readiness, including factory qualification and certification.
- Manage technical programs and projects, lead teams, track schedules, and mitigate risks.
- Plan and execute sample builds, ensuring deliverables are completed for division customers.
- Coordinate new product and package start-ups with local teams, Technology Development, divisions, and Virtual Factory partners.
- Monitor success indicators for equipment capability, line yield, and process repeatability, and guide transfer certification into sustained high-volume manufacturing.
- Review post-ramp performance to identify factory-wide improvements and speed up NPI deployment at the site.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in science or a related engineering field, such as electrical, electronic, electro-mechanical, chemical, or manufacturing engineering.
- Data-driven approach to work.
- Knowledge of structured problem-solving methods.
- Proficiency in data mining and visualization.
- At least eight years of direct experience in NPI, advanced packaging, semiconductor assembly and test, or high-tech electronics manufacturing.
- Familiarity with Assembly Test Manufacturing (ATM) configurations and end-to-end manufacturing flows is required.
- Hands-on ATM operations experience, including factory start-up, technology transfer, qualification, ramp, and high-volume manufacturing.
- Module integration experience is an advantage.
- Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to align business units, including FBG, Planning, TD, and Assembly Test Manufacturing.