Position Title: Senior Engineer/Deputy Manager - Machining (Projects & ME)

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The Senior Engineer / Deputy Manager - Machining (Projects & ME) oversees the process engineering, facility readiness, CNC programming, and tooling set-up for critical in-house engine components (Crankcase, Cylinder Head, Cylinder Barrel, Clutch/Magneto Covers, and Crankshafts). The incumbent analyzes engineering blueprints and tolerances to define operational sequences, set cutting parameters, and program Fanuc-controlled CNC machines. This role ensures shop-floor productivity by addressing bottleneck stations, managing special processes (Grinding, Industrial Washing, and Leak Testing), reducing cycle times, driving cost-saving initiatives, and coordinating predictive/preventive maintenance to maintain high facility availability across engine machining operations.

Key Responsibilities

- Blueprint Analysis & Process Planning: Study engineering drawings, specs, and tolerances to determine operational sequences, parameters (speed, feed, cut depth/angle), and fixture setups for engine components.
- CNC Programming & Tooling Setup: Develop, edit, and optimize CNC programs using Fanuc controllers; select, align, and secure workholding fixtures, cutting tools, and accessories.
- Special Process & Line Management:



Oversee specialized machining operations, including precision grinding, industrial component washing, and high-pressure leak testing equipment.
- Line Balancing & Bottleneck Optimization: Analyze cycle time, takt time, and throughput to identify critical bottleneck stations and optimize work allocation across the shop floor.
- Facility Readiness & Maintenance: Support predictive/preventive maintenance routines, ensure continuous machine availability, and resolve field failures and production line issues promptly.
- Productivity & Continuous Improvement: Drive cost-reduction initiatives, improve line productivity, and apply structured problem-solving methodologies to resolve quality and operational non-conformances.

Desired Skills & Experience

- Education: B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
- Experience: 12+ years of hands-on machining process engineering experience within the automotive OEM or engine manufacturing sector (preferably two-wheeler or light vehicle IC engines).
- Core Competencies: Fanuc CNC programming, precision component machining, special process machine handling (Grinding/Washing/Leak Testing), takt time optimization, and shop-floor troubleshooting.

📌 Senior Engineer/Deputy Manager - Machining (Projects & ME) (Sathyavedu)
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📍 Sathyavedu