BESS Manufacturing Engineer 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 strong first-principles thinking, hands-on engineering depth, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in fast-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 flexible 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, PFMEA, and EFMEA . Improve key metrics including takt time, RFT, productivity, and Value-Added Ratio (VAR) . Lead robustness improvements for processes involving welding, dispensing, torqueing, and testing. Leadership &
- Team Management Build, mentor, and lead cross-functional manufacturing engineering teams (20 engineers). Define clear roles, responsibilities, and competency development plans. Foster strong collaboration with R&D;, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and External Vendors . Manage and develop technical talent to support current production and future growth. Stakeholder &
- Vendor Management Work with global suppliers and OEMs for machine development, benchmarking, and commissioning. Lead vendor selection, technical specification definition, FAT/SAT, and commissioning activities. Manage internal and external stakeholders across multiple geographies.





Required Qualifications Education Master’s degree in Manufacturing / Mechanical / Industrial Engineering or related field. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

Experience 10 years of progressive experience in Manufacturing Engineering within automotive, EV, battery, or industrial automation environments.

Proven experience in: Vehicle and/or battery pack manufacturing Factory setup and capacity ramp-up High-volume automated lines NPI and industrialization projects Demonstrated people leadership experience managing medium to large engineering teams.

Technical Skills Manufacturing processes: Assembly systems, battery pack assembly, welding, dispensing, fastening, and testing. Automation &

- Controls: PLCs (Allen-Bradley), SCARA robots, DC torque tools, vision systems, AGVs.

Digital systems: MES, SCADA (Ignition), IoT, data analytics. Design &

- Engineering tools: SolidWorks, Pro-E, AutoCAD, Inventor, MATLAB. Quality &
- CI tools: PFMEA, EFMEA, PPAP, GD&T;, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing.

Software/Controls: Studio 5000, Unity Pro, Ignition.

Key Competencies

First-principles problem solving Robust execution and ownership mindset Strategic yet hands-on leadership Operations-oriented decision making Ability to thrive in fast-scaling, ambiguous environments Excellent stakeholder communication and influence Preferred Background Experience in EV, battery manufacturing, or automotive OEMs Exposure to global manufacturing operations Track record of building greenfield facilities or major expansions

📌 Lead Manufacturing Engineer - Battery and Vehicle Assembly (Coimbatore)
🏢 Larsen u0026 Toubro
📍 Coimbatore