Lead Standardization & Internal Quality, A&C, Pam Talegaon, ACG Engineering
ACG World · Not specified · onsite · Posted 22d ago
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Job Responsibilites
Internal Process Responsibilities
Experience : 14 - 17 Years
- Functional Responsibilities
- Standardization & Technical Governance
- Lead Automation & Control participation in Contract Review Meetings (CRM) to define and finalize project scope for execution.
- Review User Requirement Specifications (URS) received from Sales and provide techno-commercial feasibility assessment, risk evaluation, and compliance recommendations from the ACGE perspective.
- Ensure effective project handover to all Automation & Control sub-verticals by providing complete technical and commercial inputs for successful execution.
- Drive standardization of control systems, software architecture, electrical designs, and engineering practices across machine platforms.
- Collaborate with the Master Team to provide technical feedback, machine data, and standardization inputs for continuous improvement of machine models.
- Review and validate master machine designs, software standards, and engineering changes before implementation in operational projects.
- Govern Master and Local Reference Change Control processes, ensuring proper documentation, approval, and implementation of engineering changes.
- Coordinate collection and evaluation of site feedback and initiate change requests to ensure continuous improvement and maintenance of Master and Local References.
- Internal Quality & Continuous Improvement
- Lead Standardization & Internal Quality initiatives to improve machine reliability, performance, compliance, and engineering efficiency.
- Drive root cause analysis (RCA), Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce internal and field quality issues.
- Actively participate in Gemba, CAPA, and Aftermarket review meetings to address recurring customer complaints and enhance machine performance.
- Identify and implement opportunities for cost optimization, value engineering, standardization, feature enhancement, and improved user experience.
- Monitor internal quality performance and ensure timely closure of quality observations and corrective actions.
- Develop and implement quality checkpoints, validation processes, and engineering best practices across Automation & Control activities.
- Validation, Testing & Compliance
- Own the planning, execution, testing, validation, and documentation of Proof of Concept (POC) activities for new hardware, software, and technology introductions.
- Conduct validation and testing of master machine concepts and ensure successful deployment into standard machine platforms.
- Ensure functional testing and validation of machine software, including PLC, HMI, SCADA, and associated automation systems.
- Support and ensure successful Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), including implementation of customer-specific FAT requirements and closure of observations.
- Ensure machine compliance with applicable international standards and regulatory requirements, including CE, UL, NR12, 21 CFR, and other relevant standards.
- Review technical solutions and ensure customization of control systems and software to meet customer-specific operational and regulatory requirements.
- Digitalization & Industry 4.0
- Lead IIoT-related activities, including machine connectivity validation, tag list preparation, data verification, testing, and implementation.
- Support digitalization initiatives by validating machine data structures, communication protocols, and Industry 4.0 requirements.
- Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure successful deployment of IIoT and smart manufacturing solutions across applicable machine platforms.
- 5. Cross-Functional Engineering Support
- Support the Hardware Lead in verification of process inputs, preparation of URS deviation reports, and execution of change control processes.
- Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Service, and Aftermarket teams to ensure alignment of technical requirements and quality objectives.
- Provide technical guidance and recommendations during project execution, validation activities, and customer-specific engineering requirements.
- Team Leadership & Capability Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop engineers within the Standardization & Internal Quality team.
- Allocate responsibilities, monitor execution, and ensure timely completion of deliverables with required quality standards.
- Foster a culture of technical excellence, standardization, compliance, continuous learning, and customer focus.
- Support competency development of team members through coaching, technical reviews, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
Internal Process Responsibilities
- Ensure preparation, review, approval, and maintenance of all automation and electrical documentation, including PLC validation reports, manuals, ITRs, test reports, and project records.
- Ensure adherence to ACGE guidelines, business processes, engineering standards, ISO requirements, and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain effective version control, revision management, backup systems, and traceability of software, electrical designs, and machine files.
- Ensure timely review, resolution, and closure of QA, Inspection & Commissioning (I&C), FAT, and audit observations.
- Establish and monitor engineering quality KPIs and ensure compliance with defined departmental objectives.
- Drive standardization, process improvement, and knowledge management initiatives within the Automation & Control function.
- Ensure all engineering deliverables are completed in accordance with quality, safety, compliance, cost, and timeline commitments.
Experience : 14 - 17 Years
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Skills
PLCValidation TestingHMISCADAiiotstandardizationAutomation ControlIndustry 4.0DigitalizationTechnical governanceISO requirements