Production Engineering Navi Mumbai On-Site Entry-level Function PED Product Engineering Development Reports to Manager Role Overview This role focuses on core manufacturing and automation The engineer will be responsible for analysing processes developing automation solutions and ensuring efficient safe and reliable operations across the production floor and propulsion testing facilities The objective is to improve productivity testing repeatability and operator deskilling while driving end-to-end automation initiatives Key Responsibilities 1 Process Analysis Design Evaluate existing production workflows and propulsion testing methods to identify bottlenecks Recommend process improvements and automation opportunities aligned with cost quality and throughput goals Apply lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices to reduce waste and inefficiencies 2 Automation Solution Development Design and deploy automation for sequential assembly lines ensuring repeatability in drone production Develop pre-assembly and in-process testing systems for quality assurance at every stage Introduce composite assembly automation to improve accuracy in lightweight drone components Lead propulsion system test automation e g thrust measurement rigs endurance testing setups automated data logging Enable MES-driven workflows for real-time monitoring and traceability 3 Programming Integration Configure PLCs robotics vision systems and propulsion test rigs for automation tasks Develop scripts programs in Python MATLAB SQL or LabVIEW for data analysis and control Integrate all automation systems with MES ERP platforms for seamless data capture and reporting 4 Validation Testing Conduct validation and calibration of automation systems to ensure accuracy and compliance Perform Failure Mode Effects Analysis FMEA and implement preventive measures Ensure compliance with ISO IPC and aerospace safety standards during all deployments 5 Collaboration Documentation Collaborate with design quality propulsion and production teams for smooth automation rollout Create SOPs operator manuals and training content for new systems Train production and testing staff to effectively use the automation solutions Qualifications B E B Tech in Automation Mechatronics Electrical Mechanical or Industrial Engineering 1-3 years of experience in industrial automation or propulsion system testing automation Robust knowledge of PLCs robotics MES propulsion test rigs and Industry 4 0 technologies Familiarity with propulsion endurance testing thrust measurement and automated data acquisition preferred Skills MatlabC Programming LabVIEW Document Analysis