Job Description Objective of the Role: Head - Manufacturing Engineering / Industrial Engineering n n To lead the Manufacturing Engineering and Industrialisation function with end-to-end ownership of process development, line design, NPI, equipment selection, automation, commissioning, process validation and SOP , ensuring the organisation develops robust, scalable, cost-effective and future-ready manufacturing capabilities . n n The role will drive the transformation of product design into a manufacturable process , improve productivity and quality, optimise manufacturing costs, and establish advanced manufacturing technologies aligned with the company‘s growth and global standards. n n Roles & Responsibilities: n n 1.Manufacturing Engineering Strategy: n n Develop and implement the Manufacturing Engineering strategy aligned with business, product and global manufacturing objectives. n Establish manufacturing engineering standards, processes and best practices across the organisation. n Develop a 3–5 year manufacturing technology roadmap aligned with business growth. n Drive advanced manufacturing, automation, digitalisation and Industry 4.0 initiatives. n n n 2. End-to-End Industrialisation / Concept-to-SOP: n n Own the complete Concept → Process Design → Prototype → Pilot → Validation → SOP → Mass Production cycle. n Ensure product manufacturability through DFM/DFA reviews and early identification of manufacturing risks. n Lead industrialisation of new products, technologies and manufacturing processes. n Ensure smooth transition from product engineering to stable mass production. n n n 3. Process & Line Design n n Develop manufacturing process flows and detailed process concepts. n Design production lines based on capacity, takt time, cycle time, line balancing, manpower, quality and material flow . n Define automation levels, process sequence, quality gates and inspection points. n Drive process optimisation to achieve robust, scalable and cost-effective manufacturing. n n n 4. Equipment, Automation & Technology n n Define technical specifications for machines, equipment, tooling and automation. n Lead technical evaluation and selection of machine and equipment suppliers. n Evaluate equipment for capacity, cycle time, reliability, capability, maintainability, safety and cost . n Lead FAT, SAT, installation, commissioning and process validation. n Drive implementation of robotics, automation, vision systems, traceability and smart manufacturing. n n n 5. Global Transformation & Technology Transfer n n Lead and implement global manufacturing transformation projects initiated by the corporate/global engineering organisation. n Act as the key interface between global engineering teams and India manufacturing operations .



n Drive transfer of global technologies, processes, systems and best practices to India. n Ensure successful implementation of global standards while adapting them to local manufacturing requirements. n Establish governance for tracking global transformation projects, milestones, risks and business advantages. n n n 6. Localisation Strategy n n Develop and execute localisation strategies for products, processes, equipment, tooling, technology and suppliers. n Evaluate global technologies for local feasibility, cost competitiveness, scalability and manufacturability . n Identify opportunities to localise imported equipment, components, tooling and manufacturing technologies. n Develop local suppliers and technology partners without compromising global quality and engineering standards. n Drive localisation to improve cost competitiveness, lead time and supply-chain resilience . n n n 7. Process Validation & Quality n n Lead PFMEA, Process Flow, Control Plan and process validation activities. n Ensure machine and process capability before SOP. n Establish appropriate measurement systems, inspection methods and quality controls. n Drive structured problem-solving using 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone, DOE and other appropriate methodologies . n Ensure lessons learned are incorporated into future product and process development. n n n 8. Line Commissioning & Ramp-up n n Lead installation, commissioning and validation of new manufacturing lines. n Resolve technical, quality, capacity and equipment issues during commissioning. n Conduct run-at-rate and capacity validation. n Ensure successful SOP and production ramp-up. n Stabilise processes during the initial production phase and achieve targeted productivity. n n n 9. Supplier & Technology Partner Management n n Identify, evaluate and develop machine, automation, tooling and technology suppliers. n Lead technical evaluation, supplier selection and development. n Manage supplier performance against technical, quality, cost and delivery requirements. n Develop strategic partnerships with key technology and equipment suppliers. n n n 10. Manufacturing Excellence & Productivity n n Drive improvements in OEE, cycle time, throughput, yield, manpower productivity and manufacturing cost . n Identify and eliminate process bottlenecks. n Drive Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Poka-yoke and continuous improvement initiatives.



n Benchmark global manufacturing practices and implement relevant best practices locally. n n n 11. Capex & Engineering Project Management n n Develop and manage the Manufacturing Engineering Capex plan and budget . n Evaluate business cases and ROI for new equipment, automation and technology. n Lead complex engineering projects within agreed cost, quality and timeline . n Establish project governance, milestones, risk management and escalation mechanisms. n n n 12. Team Leadership & Capability Building n n Lead and develop the Manufacturing Engineering and Industrialisation team. n Build capabilities in process engineering, automation, industrialisation, project management and advanced manufacturing . n Define KPIs, performance objectives and development plans. n Build succession and develop future engineering leaders. n Create a culture of technical ownership, innovation and continuous improvement . n n n 13. Cross-Functional & Global Collaboration n n Work closely with R&D;, Product Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance and Business teams . n Collaborate with global engineering and manufacturing teams on technology transfer and transformation projects. n Resolve product-versus-process challenges and ensure manufacturability. n Represent India Manufacturing Engineering in relevant global engineering forums. n n n 14. Future Manufacturing Technology n n Identify emerging technologies relevant to e-Mobility, automotive and advanced manufacturing . n Develop and execute the manufacturing technology roadmap. n Evaluate advanced automation, robotics, digital manufacturing, AI-enabled process monitoring and traceability. n Build future-ready manufacturing capabilities aligned with the company‘s long-term growth plans. n n n Candidate Requirement: n n 15–20 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering / Industrialisation / NPI. n Engineering degree in Mechanical / Production / Industrial / Mechatronics . n Preferred experience in Automotive, Auto Components, e-Mobility, Electric Motors or Heavy Engineering . n Strong experience in Concept-to-SOP, NPI, process design and new line development . n Hands-on exposure to equipment selection, automation, line commissioning and machine supplier management . n Experience in global technology transfer, transformation projects and localisation in an MNC environment. n Strong knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plan, process validation, OEE, Lean and continuous improvement . n Experience managing Capex, projects and cross-functional/global teams . n Proven ability to lead and develop Manufacturing Engineering teams . n Strategic mindset with strong focus on cost, quality, productivity, technology and future manufacturing capabilities . n n

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