Website:
skyworthdigital.com
Job details:
Company Description
Skyworth Group is a global leader in consumer electronics and smart home appliances, with expertise spanning televisions, display technologies, digital set-top boxes, and other home appliances. Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Shenzhen, China, the company operates in over 100 countries worldwide. Skyworth is committed to innovation in AI, display technology, smart connectivity, and green energy solutions. The company's mission is to deliver premium products and experiences while promoting sustainability.
Role Description
The STB NPI Engineer/Manager will lead the end-to-end New Product Introduction (NPI) process for Set-Top Boxes, ensuring seamless transition from design to mass production. This role involves cross-functional collaboration with R&D, hardware/software teams, suppliers, and manufacturing partners to deliver high-quality, cost-effective STB products on schedule.
Responsibilities
· Drive the STB NPI lifecycle from prototype to mass production, ensuring adherence to timelines, cost targets, and quality standards.
· Coordinate with R&D, hardware, and firmware teams to validate designs for manufacturability (DFM) and testability (DFT).
· Supplier & Manufacturing Coordination:
- Liaise with ODMs/OEMs, component suppliers, and contract manufacturers to resolve technical issues during prototyping and pilot runs.
- Oversee production ramp-up, yield improvement, and failure analysis (FA) for STB hardware/software.
· Testing & Compliance:
- Ensure STB products meet industry standards (e.g., DVB, ISRO, BIS, CE, FCC) and operator-specific requirements (e.g., Tata Sky, Airtel, Jio).
- Manage certification processes (e.g., Wi-Fi, HDMI, DRM) and environmental testing (e.g., temperature, humidity).
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with QA/QC teams to define test plans and troubleshoot field failures.
- Support procurement in cost-down initiatives and alternate component sourcing.
- Documentation & Reporting: Maintain NPI documentation (BOM, ECO, test reports) and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
Qualifications & Skills
· Education: Bachelor’s/Master’s in Electronics/Electrical Engineering or related field.
· Experience:
- 3+ years in NPI, manufacturing, or product development for STBs, IoT devices, or consumer electronics.
- Familiarity with STB architectures (SoCs like Broadcom, STMicro, HiSilicon), middleware (e.g., Android TV, RDK), and streaming protocols (e.g., HLS, MPEG-DASH).
· Technical Skills:
- DFM/DFT, SMT/PCB processes, and failure analysis tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers).
- Knowledge of production tools (e.g., MES, SAP) and quality standards (ISO 9001, IPC-A-610).
· Soft Skills:
- Strong project management (Agile/Waterfall) and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work with global teams and suppliers.
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