Process Engineer

Role Overview

The Manufacturing/Process Engineer is responsible for designing, validating, implementing, and continuously improving production processes to ensure on-time delivery with required quality and optimized cost. The role leads new product industrialization, supports production, and drives continuous improvement using structured problem-solving and lean methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

1.Process Design, Validation & Implementation

• Develop and implement robust manufacturing processes aligned with QCD targets.
• Prepare and maintain PFD, PFMEA, Control Plan, and SOPs.
• Lead process validation and technology transfer activities.

2.Continuous Improvement

• Drive Lean, Kaizen, and productivity improvements.
• Conduct time studies, MOST analysis, and line balancing.
• Implement poka-yoke, automation, and digital solutions.

3.Capacity & Layout Planning

• Perform capacity planning and Cp/Cpk studies.
• Design plant layouts, material flow, and workstation optimization.
• Improve throughput and production efficiency.

4.New Product Industrialization

• Lead APQP, FMEA, and new product launch.
• Establish manufacturing lines and ensure smooth ramp-up.

5.Tooling & Automation

• Design jigs, fixtures, and assembly tools.
• Troubleshoot process and tooling issues to maintain stability.

6.CAPEX & Budgeting

• Prepare ROI for capital investments.
• Handle procurement, installation, and commissioning of equipment.

Skills & Competencies

• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen knowledge.
• Expertise in PFMEA, APQP, Control Plan.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on automation and assembly line experience.

Experience & Qualification

• Experience: 10-12 years
• Qualification: Diploma or BE Mechanical

Industry & Domain

• Automotive / Rolling Stock preferred
• Rubber-to-metal bonded components

Technical Knowledge

• Hydraulic press, vulcanization, assembly processes, painting