About The Job Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Enginere

Location:
Bengaluru, IN Type: On-site (Full time)

Salary:
Matching industry standards

About Us
Newtrace is a climate-tech startup crafting next-gen electrolyzers for the wide-scale adoption of affordable green hydrogen. The vision we swear by is simple
- to decarbonise our planet, leaving a greener, more sustainable future for generations to come. At Newtrace, we believe that great ideas flourish when nurtured in an atmosphere that promotes work-life balance, encourages personal well-being, and fosters collaboration. Join us and be part of a remarkable journey where you can make a difference while enjoying the benefits of a supportive and invigorating workplace. Together, let's create a better future, one innovative idea at a time. We are backed by marquee investors like Sequoia Capital, Aavishkaar Capital, Speciale Invest and Micelio Fund in our mission. For more information, visit: www.newtrace.io.

About The Role
You will own the end-to-end process for every electrolyzer stack we assemble and test. This includes building each stack to specification, releasing it for testing on schedule, and making sure each test runs safely and produces reliable data. You will manage the technicians and shift operators who build and test our stacks. You will also be responsible for in-house production of electrolyzer stack components and support the move from prototype builds to production. What You Will Do
• Assembly: Manage the manufacturing technicians who build our stacks and large components. Plan builds, allocate work, and train the team.
• Process and Tooling: Develop assembly processes, work instructions, and SOPs. Design and procure the required jigs, fixtures, tooling, and gauges.
• Build Quality: Conduct in-process, first article, and end-of-line inspection, supported by PFMEA and control plans. Release every stack for testing on schedule and to specification.
• Stack Testing: Supervise the shift operators who run our small-scale test setups,



and work with the testing and validation team so that every stack test follows protocol and produces accurate and complete data. Maintain orderly shift handovers and coordinate with the maintenance team to keep the setups operational.
• Root-Cause Analysis: When a stack test reveals a problem, determine whether it originates in the build or test setups. Identify the root cause and implement corrective actions.
• Design for Manufacturing: Represent manufacturing in DFM/DFA reviews with the design team and external vendors. Use what you learn from stack assembly and component production to make stacks and components easier to manufacture and assemble.
• Supplier Development: Develop and manage suppliers for the machined and fabricated parts, tooling, and gauges used in stack assembly, and for the materials used in component production. Use should-cost analysis in supplier negotiations and inspect incoming parts against our quality requirements.
• Safety: Enforce safety protocols and emergency response procedures on the shop floor and the test floor, and conduct regular safety inspections. Train all technicians and operators on these procedures.
• Documentation: Maintain build records, engineering standards, and traceability for every stack. Verify that shift logbooks, operational readings, and incident reports are complete and accurate.
• Scale-Up Planning: Define the equipment, layout, and capacity required as production volumes grow.
• Availability: Our test setups operate continuously. The role requires occasional on-site support during nights or weekends for critical tests. Must Have Skills you will need:
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Experience:
6+ years in manufacturing engineering, including new product development (NPD) and rapid prototyping,



with a minimum of 4 years in the production and assembly of large mechanical components.
• Team Management: Demonstrated experience managing a team of technicians or engineers on a shop floor or assembly line.
• Technical Depth: Hands-on experience with DFM/DFA, GD&T;, should-cost analysis, tooling, gauging, fixtures, and Special Purpose Machines (SPM).
• Quality & Problem Solving: Working knowledge of PFMEA, control plans, and structured root-cause analysis methods (8D, 5 Why, or equivalent). Strong troubleshooting skills for mechanical and process systems.
• Safety: Thorough knowledge of industrial safety practices and compliance requirements. Should Have
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Production, or Chemical Engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD and PLM tools.
• Experience with end-of-line or acceptance testing of assembled equipment, or with supervising shift-based test operations. Ability to read P&IDs; and field instrumentation layouts.
• Robust communication skills for working with design engineers, shop-floor teams, shift operators, and external vendors. Nice To Have
• Experience in manufacturing electrolyzers, fuel cells, batteries, or other electrochemical or pressurised equipment.
• Hands-on experience with production methods for large metal components, such as vertical milling, laser welding, and metal bending.
• Prior experience in a climate-tech or hardware startup. Even if you don’t meet all the requirements listed, but think you are up to the challenges, get in touch and tell us why you are a good fit for Newtrace. We look forward to hearing from you

What We Offer
• 12 days of customary national/state holidays, 18 days of paid vacation, and 12 days of sick leave.
• Comprehensive health insurance for you, your spouse, and your children.
• Personal accident insurance coverage.
• Progressive maternity & paternity leave policies.
• A fully stocked pantry, company goodies, and regular team celebrations.

📌 Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Bengaluru)
🏢 Newtrace
📍 Bengaluru