Job Title - Electronics Sourcing & NPD Engineer

Experience - 1 to 3 years (Entry level)

Location - Mumbai (Dadar)

Work Mode - Work from Office

Work Week - Monday to Friday

About the Company:

- Miko is an advanced consumer robotics innovation lab focused on the mission of Bringing x
Robotics and AI to every consumer home. Founded by young and dynamic entrepreneurs from IIT Bombay, Miko is a global deep tech company with offices in the US, UK, and India, and a customer base across 140+ countries. Focused on taking Robotics and AI to every consumer home, Miko is the first of its kind "content on subscription" hardware platform for kids powered by patented technology.

- Our latest flagship product, Miko3 (www.miko.ai), is a playful learning robot that engages, educates, and entertains kids. 

- Launched simultaneously across the US, UK, India, and the UAE in 2021, Miko 3 is a unique offering that focuses on the learning and development of the child through self-initiated contextual topics with children to enable conversational learning. It hosts a powerful marketplace for third-party content partners to plug their content and connect with Miko users on subscription.

Website: https://in.miko.ai/

Role Summary:

We are looking for a proactive and technically sound Electronics Sourcing & NPD Engineer to
 manage electronic component sourcing, engage with global vendors and partners, and support end-to-end electronics development from concept to mass production. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with IC manufacturers, global distributors, PCBA suppliers, and EMS/ODM partners, along with strong working knowledge of fabrication processes and supplier evaluation.

Key Responsibilities:

Sourcing & Procurement:

- Source ICs (microcontrollers, power ICs, memory, etc.), passives, sensors, and electromechanical components

- Develop and manage strong relationships with IC manufacturers, authorized distributors (e.g., Arrow, Avnet, Mouser, etc.), EMS providers, OEMs and ODMs

- Identify alternate suppliers and components for cost savings and risk mitigation

- Evaluate and select PCBA fabrication partners based on technical capabilities, cost, quality, and lead time

- Negotiate pricing, supply terms, and ensure adherence to procurement and compliance protocols

New Product Development (NPD) Support:

- Collaborate with R&D and hardware teams to support component selection during design phases (EVT/DVT/PVT)

- Assist in evaluating component compatibility for wireless protocols: BLE, Wi-Fi, Cellular, etc.

- Provide trade-off analysis for cost, availability, and performance of critical components

- Support prototyping, validation builds, and ramp-up plans in coordination with ODMs/EMS

Technical & Compliance Expertise:

- Understand the end-to-end PCBA fabrication process including material selection, PCB stack-up, surface finish, panelization, and testing

- Evaluate PCBA suppliers and fabrication houses for technical and quality competence

- Read and interpret BOMs, electrical schematics, datasheets, and fabrication files

- Ensure REACH, RoHS, and relevant environmental & material compliance are met

- Manage PCN/EOL processes, obsolescence planning, and technical change control

- Work with cloud-based BOM management platforms: Altium 365, SiliconExpert, SourceEngine, etc.

Program & Data Management:

- Act as sourcing lead for RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs across all NPD projects

- Maintain clean, up-to-date component data and lifecycle status

- Work with planning and warehouse teams to ensure component availability for builds

- Collaborate cross-functionally with global supply chain and procurement teams

Key Interfaces:

- Internal: Engineering, Project Management, Operations, Product

- External: Component Manufacturers, Distributors, EMS/ODM Partners, PCBA

Suppliers, Brokers

Skills & Competencies:

- Deep understanding of electronic components, PCBA assembly, and sourcing lifecycle

- Strong exposure to global component markets and distributor ecosystems

- Ability to evaluate PCBA fabrication vendors for quality, cost, and compliance

- Working knowledge of Incoterms, customs documentation, vendor onboarding

- Effective communicator with cross-functional and external stakeholders

- Analytical and detail-oriented with strong negotiation skills

Qualifications:

- B.E./B.Tech in Electronics or related field with 2- 4 years of sourcing or NPD experience

OR

- Diploma in Electronics Engineering with 5- 7 years of relevant experience

- Prior experience working with EMS/ODM and understanding of PCBA fabrication is a must