Job DescriptionHead – Process Engineering | BESS
nDepartment: Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering
nLevel: Head / AGM / DGM
nLocation: Chennai / Oragadam
nIndustry: Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
nRole Purpose
nLead the Process Engineering function for BESS manufacturing, covering cell-to-module, module-to-pack, LV/HV pack, rack and container integration. The role will be responsible for process design, NPI, prototype-to-mass-production industrialization, line balancing, productivity, automation, OEE, process quality, and continuous improvement.
nKey Responsibilities
n1. Process Engineering & Industrialization
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Lead end-to-end process engineering for BESS manufacturing lines.n
Develop and optimize manufacturing processes from prototype → pilot → SOP → mass production.n
Establish process flow, SOPs, work instructions, process parameters and control plans.n
Drive DFM/DFA and manufacturability improvements.n
Lead line layout, capacity planning, takt time and manpower optimization.n

n2. BESS Manufacturing Process
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Solid understanding of:n
Cell/module assemblyn
Battery module and pack assemblyn
Busbar and harness assemblyn
BMS integrationn
LV/HV pack assemblyn
Rack integrationn
Thermal managementn
PCS/EMS integrationn
BESS container integrationn
Develop processes for mechanical, electrical and high-voltage assembly.n
Ensure robust processes for lithium-ion battery manufacturing and handling.n

n3. NPI & Prototype Development
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Lead NPI activities for current BESS products.n
Coordinate with R&D;, Design, Quality, Production, SCM and Projects teams.n
Conduct process validation, pilot builds, FAI and production trials.n
Drive smooth transition from engineering prototype to commercial production.n
Identify process risks and establish mitigation plans before SOP.n

n4. Automation & Manufacturing Excellence
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Identify opportunities for automation, robotics, laser wel

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