Production Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Requirements
Diploma-qualified Mechanical Engineer with 3-5 years of relevant experience and practical knowledge of production planning, machine shop operations, assembly, testing and quality control.

Role Purpose
To plan, coordinate and monitor workshop production activities, including machine shop operations, assembly and testing, ensuring that work is completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, quality requirements and delivery schedules.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in production or workshop operations.
• Practical knowledge of production planning and shop-floor coordination.
• Working knowledge of machine shop operations, assembly processes, testing and quality control.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, technical specifications and work instructions.
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel for production reports and records.
• Good coordination and communication skills, with the ability to work with production, quality, stores and maintenance teams.

The Production Engineer will coordinate production planning and workshop activities across the machine shop, assembly and testing stages. The role includes monitoring progress, maintaining quality standards, coordinating materials and manpower, keeping production records, and supporting timely completion of jobs.
Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate production plans and daily work schedules based on job priorities and delivery commitments.
• Monitor machine shop activities, assembly work and testing operations to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion.
• Coordinate manpower, machines, tools, materials and consumables required to execute production jobs.
• Review approved mechanical drawings, specifications and work instructions before work begins, and seek clarification where necessary.
• Monitor production progress, identify bottlenecks and delays, and coordinate corrective actions with the Workshop Superintendent and concerned teams.
• Coordinate assembly and testing activities to ensure that completed work meets specified functional and performance requirements.
• Work with the quality team to conduct in-process and final inspections, document non-conformities and follow up on corrective actions.
• Ensure that measuring instruments, tools and equipment are handled properly and that calibration or maintenance concerns are reported.
• Track material consumption, rework, scrap and production output; identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve productivity.
• Maintain production schedules, job cards, inspection and testing records, material usage reports and other workshop documentation.
• Coordinate with stores, purchase, quality and maintenance teams to resolve material, inspection and equipment-related issues.
• Promote safe working practices, proper housekeeping and compliance with company procedures in the workshop.
• Report production status, constraints, quality issues and delivery risks to the Workshop Superintendent.

Skill Details

• Knowledge of production planning, scheduling and shop-floor coordination.
• Practical understanding of machine shop operations and mechanical manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of mechanical assembly procedures and product testing activities.
• Knowledge of quality control, inspection methods, non-conformance reporting and corrective actions.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, dimensions and technical specifications.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word for reports, schedules and production records.
• Good problem-solving, communication, coordination and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise multiple production jobs.

Essential Duties

• Ensure production work is carried out according to approved plans, drawings and specifications.
• Monitor progress through machine shop, assembly and testing stages and escalate delays promptly.
• Ensure required quality checks and testing records are completed and maintained.
• Coordinate the availability and efficient use of manpower, materials, machines and tools.
• Maintain accurate production and workshop records and provide timely status updates to the Workshop Superintendent.
• Support continuous improvement in productivity, quality, safety and material utilisation.

Position Overview
Position: Production Engineer
Diploma-qualified Mechanical Engineer for a hands-on role in production, fabrication, welding, quality and project execution.
Role Purpose: To coordinate production planning and shop-floor activities, supervise fabrication and assembly, support inspection and testing, and help ensure safe, timely execution in accordance with approved drawings, procedures and quality requirements.
Eligibility & Qualifications

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Relevant experience in production, fabrication, workshop operations or project execution is preferred.
• Willingness to work at the factory and project sites across India.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and work instructions.

Key Responsibilities
Production & Planning

• Support production planning and scheduling based on job priorities and delivery commitments.
• Coordinate with the Stores team to ensure material availability as per the Bill of Materials (BOM).
• Prepare and maintain Daily Production Reports (DPR) and production records.
• Coordinate daily work with the Plant Superintendent and technicians.
• Monitor production progress and report delays, bottlenecks and resource requirements.

Fabrication, Welding & Assembly

• Supervise fabrication, fit-up, drilling and assembly activities.
• Monitor welding activities in accordance with the applicable Welding Procedure Specification (WPS).
• Ensure work is carried out as per approved engineering drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate manpower, tools, equipment and consumables required for production.

Metallurgy, NDT & Quality

• Maintain a basic understanding of material grades and metallurgy relevant to the work.
• Assist in inspection of welded joints and follow applicable quality procedures.
• Support Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) activities, with basic awareness of Visual Testing (VT) and Dye Penetrant Testing (DPT).
• Assist with hydro-testing and leak testing activities.
• Support Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Site Acceptance Test (SAT) activities.
• Maintain inspection and testing records and report non-conformities to the concerned supervisor.

Site Coordination & Safety

• Coordinate between factory and project-site teams to support smooth execution.
• Ensure use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and compliance with safety standards.
• Follow Job Safety Analysis (JSA), work-permit systems and applicable site safety procedures.
• Promote good housekeeping and safe working practices at the factory and project sites.

Technical Knowledge (Preferred)

• Reading mechanical drawings and basic P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagram).
• Basic awareness of Arc, TIG and MIG welding processes.
• Fundamentals of NDT and inspection practices.
• Familiarity with pressure gauges, pressure transmitters (PT) and temperature transmitters (TT).
• Awareness of valves, regulators and stainless-steel (SS) tubing.

Additional Advantage (Optional Exposure)

• Familiarity with HMI (Human-Machine Interface) and RTU (Remote Terminal Unit).
• Awareness of relevant IEC and ISO standards.

Work Locations

• Factory: Goregaon, Mumbai
• Project Sites: Across India.

Career Growth
This role offers exposure to oil and gas skid manufacturing, welding supervision, quality inspection and project execution, with opportunities for long-term professional growth.
Reporting & Performance Expectations
Reports to: Plant / Workshop Superintendent.
The Production Engineer is expected to maintain accurate production and quality records, coordinate effectively with internal teams, follow approved procedures, and support timely delivery with due attention to quality and safety.