Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

As an Industrial Engineer, you will improve productivity, efficiency, quality, and cost performance across manufacturing and operational processes. You will focus on process optimization, capacity planning, labour use, line balancing, workflow improvements, Lean Manufacturing programmes, and data-driven continuous improvement to support our goals. You will report to the MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING MANAGER and work onsite in Kancheepuram, Tamil Nadu, India.

Your Responsibilities: Analyse manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities. Develop and implement process optimization initiatives to improve productivity, quality, and throughput.

Apply Lean

Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Conduct Value Stream

Mapping (VSM) and Kaizen events. Perform capacity analysis and production planning support. Execute line balancing and manpower optimization studies. Establish labor standards using time studies and work measurement techniques.

Monitor Overall Equipment

Effectiveness (OEE) and drive improvement actions. Design and improve production layouts to maximize space utilization and workflow efficiency.



Support new product introductions (NPI) and manufacturing transfers.

Develop standard work instructions and process documentation. Evaluate and implement automation opportunities. Collect, analyze, and interpret manufacturing data. Develop productivity dashboards and KPI reports.

Track operational metrics including cycle time, utilization, quality, and cost performance. Provide data-driven recommendations to management. Identify opportunities for cost savings in labor, materials, equipment, and processes.

Lead projects focused on waste elimination and operational excellence. Support annual productivity and cost improvement targets. Lead cross-functional improvement projects. Coordinate with production, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and engineering teams.

Ensure projects are completed on time and meet expected business perks. The Essentials – You Will Have: Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field. 8–15 years of experience in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Operations Excellence. May require occasional travel to supplier or customer sites.

The Preferred – You Might Also Have: Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments. Time Study and Work Measurement. Line Balancing and Capacity Planning. Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.

Value Stream

Mapping (VSM).

Statistical

Analysis and Problem Solving.

Production

Planning and Process Optimization.



Microsoft excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets), Power BI, Minitab, AutoCAD, or equivalent tools. ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) exposure preferred. 3D Modelling Softwares. APICS Certification.

Industrial

Engineering-related certifications.

What We Offer: Our benefits package includes: Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm. Company volunteer and donation matching program – Your volunteer hours or personal cash donations to an eligible charity can be matched with a charitable donation.

Employee Assistance

Program. Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program. On-demand digital course library for professional development. Other local benefits.

At Rockwell

Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the , we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles. #LI- FR1 Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 28,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing the Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com. We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work.

And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

📌 Industrial Engineer (Kanchipuram)
🏢 RA India(IND
📍 Kanchipuram