Cross-functional collaboration with Supplier Quality & Manufacturing engineering to ensure robust NPI Project PPAP plan & Process Mapping and PFMEA
Development of Control Plans for new product
Provide hands-on product build support for all physical builds such as Prototype Builds (ECS), Manufacturing Check Samples (MCS), Closure of findings, and production release hand-shake with Manufacturing QC Team
Drive continuous improvement of the NPI process
Creates, executes and manages product quality assurance plans for NPI products, aligning with corporate policies, goals and strategic initiatives, meeting expectations for Quality functions at each manufacturing facility
Analyzes, evaluates, and presents Quality Scorecards for NPI projects, assessing quality impact from factors (such as product design risk, manufacturing capabilities and concerns, supplier quality risks, and validation and verification of new products) to cross-functional management team
Collaborates with engineering managers and lead engineers to ensure new products meet quality targets in accordance with the NPI (New Product Introduction) and to identify and support design problem resolution for existing products
Oversees the quality assurance engineering reviews of design documentation for compliance with stated requirements, including vendor and company quality records
Supports the development and initiation of standards and methods for inspection, testing and evaluation
Suggests and debates alternative methods and procedures in solving problems and meeting changing market conditions
Keeps management team abreast of significant issues or developments identified during quality assurance activities and corrective actions
Prepares and presents technical and program information to the management team
Establish basic quality disciplines (problem solving, data collection, prioritization and metrics). Develops initial and subsequent modifications to the quality improvement program to delineate areas of responsibility, personnel requirements, and operational procedures within program
Reviews data obtained during all quality control and quality assurance activities to ensure consistency with company policies and procedures. Reviews technical problems and procedures and recommends solutions or revisions
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering or a related field
Minimum 12-15 years of relevant NPI experience, with at least 5 years in each of two of the followin
Benefits
The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growthThe support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our bestVision insurance
Additional Information
Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!
NPI Quality Assurance Engineer IV
Make your mark at the world's largest HVAC company
Daikin Applied is seeking an NPI Quality Assurance Engineer IV ! In this critical role, you will lead the establishment of a World-Class quality culture at Daikin transforming quality into a competitive advantage, by reducing customer escapes, improving company warranty costs, and delighting the customer with smooth and timely product launches. This will be accomplished by ensuring that products consistently meet quality and regulatory standards through planned and systematic activities as part of an improved Product Introduction Process (NPI). This requires partnering with the product design team, supplier quality & factory quality assurance throughout the entire product development lifecycle, from Ideation to Design & Development and Production Launch.
Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!
Location: In Office, Plymouth, MN
Role Overview:
The NPI Quality Assurance Engineer is a critical role, ensuring that quality is integrated into the product lifecycle from concept to initial design through full-scale production launch of large, complex electro-mechanical assemblies. You will lead the product quality planning activities throughout assigned NPI projects, driving accountability for quality through the gate review process and ensuring seamless New Product Introduction (NPI) across manufacturing sites in the U.S. & Mexico.
Daikinapplied · Plymouth, MN 55441