Manufacturing Engineer

Job Summary

This role supports improvements to manufacturing equipment and systems by helping plan, design, source, and roll out changes. The position also contributes as part of project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Support project work aimed at building and deploying manufacturing processes that meet safety expectations, production goals, business objectives, and product requirements.
• Apply manufacturing principles and best practices to strengthen equipment performance and process efficiency.
• Help develop standard manufacturing methods and working practices by using continuous improvement tools.
• Coordinate with both internal and external stakeholders on assigned project activities.
• Build knowledge of manufacturing principles and their application within the organization.
• Develop and implement efficient manufacturing methods and process improvements.
• Work on productivity improvement, cycle-time reduction, and cost control.
• Support new product introduction by assisting with process setup and validation.
• Investigate production problems and put corrective actions in place.
• Maintain quality standards, process capability, and compliance with required specifications.
• Create and update process documents, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Partner with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to resolve issues and improve outcomes.
• Improve machine utilization and support OEE gains.
• Follow safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements in day-to-day work.

Competencies

• Builds collaborative relationships to achieve shared goals.
• Communicates clearly across different audiences and formats.
• Promotes safe work practices and supports an injury-free workplace.
• Interprets engineering drawings to support process and equipment design.
• Selects suitable equipment and capital items based on manufacturing needs.
• Uses digital tools to model and evaluate manufacturing changes.
• Applies manufacturing knowledge to implement process and equipment improvements.
• Produces clear process documentation and standardized work instructions.
• Chooses effective tooling and fixtures for manufacturing operations.
• Values different perspectives and working styles.
• Identifies improvement opportunities and reduces waste through continuous improvement methods.
• Designs ergonomic workstations and processes.
• Solves problems using structured, data-driven methods.
• Creates safe, healthy, and efficient operator workstations.

Education and Experience

A college degree in STEM or a related field is required, or equivalent experience. Basic relevant work experience is needed. A licence may be required to meet export control or sanctions compliance requirements.

Qualification

B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, or Industrial Engineering.

Experience

2 to 5 years of experience in manufacturing or operations is preferred, with automotive exposure considered an advantage.

Key KPIs

• Higher productivity
• Improved OEE
• Cost reduction
• Shorter cycle time and fewer defects
• On-time production delivery

Role Details

This is a full-time, exempt experienced position based onsite in Phaltan, Maharashtra, India. The role is required to be performed fully in person because of operational needs. Relocation support is available.

ReqID

2431524