Lead / Head – Manufacturing Engineering
Role Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced Manufacturing Engineering leader to drive industrialization, factory setup, automation, and continuous improvement across high-volume, technology-driven manufacturing environments. The role involves end-to-end ownership of New Product Introduction (NPI), process design, automation strategy, and team leadership across vehicle and battery assembly operations.
This position requires solid first-principles thinking, hands-on engineering depth, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in quick-paced, resource-constrained environments.
Key Responsibilities
Manufacturing & Industrialization
Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) from Proof of Concept (POC) through mass production, ensuring robust DFA, DFM, PFMEA, and PPAP execution.
Design and implement scalable, modular, and adaptable manufacturing processes to support multi-variant production.
Own end-to-end process flow design, line balancing, takt time optimization, and ergonomics.
Drive factory setup and capacity expansion,



including commissioning of vehicle and battery assembly lines.
Manage capital equipment projects, including SPMs, robotics, conveyors, AGVs, and automated testing systems, with CAPEX responsibility.

Automation & Digital Manufacturing
Define and implement automation strategy using SCARA robots, PLC-controlled machines, DC torque tools, vision systems, and functional testers.
Enable MES–PLC integration to support traceability, poka-yoke systems, and multi-model manufacturing.
Collaborate with digital transformation teams on MES, SCADA, and IoT-based productivity monitoring systems.
Standardize machine design specifications covering safety, controls architecture, BOMs, and connectivity.

Continuous Improvement & Quality
Drive Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen initiatives to improve productivity, quality, and cost.
Apply advanced problem-solving tools such as A3, DMAIC, Root Cause Analysis, PFM

📌 Bess Manufacturing Engineer Coimbatore
🏢 LT-Larsen & Toubro
📍 Coimbatore