ENGINEERING PROCESS ENGINEER - ASSEMBLY CLUSTER

Location: India Technical Centre Hinjewadi, Pune.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly dedicated Assembly Engineer from Automotive industry.  This role will be responsible for activities in cluster/at supplier base to oversee assembly equipment from design, manufacture as per specification from Supplier and to transfer to production location. Engineer will have to collaborate closely with central assembly métier and purchasing organization to establish a new supply base while maintaining or enhancing service levels (quality, cost, timing)

Key technical competence:

• Solid understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering principles, essential for designing, validating, and troubleshooting assembly equipment. ·
• Comprehensive knowledge and application of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) practices, with a focus on ergonomics to ensure operational safety and compliance with regulations. ·
• Experience in analysing and optimizing manufacturing processes, specifically in the cycle-time breakdown and efficiency improvement. ·
• Experience in implementing HSE management systems and conducting risk assessments to adhere to local and international health and safety standards. ·
• knowledge of industry-specific regulations and standards, ensuring that all processes and equipment comply with automotive manufacturing and other relevant industry regulations.

Key behavioural competencies:

• Proficient in English, ensuring effective communication in diverse business settings.
• Experienced in international and multicultural environments, demonstrating adaptability and cultural sensitivity.
• Flexible in working across various locations, including supplier sites, engineering centers, and manufacturing plants, with strong teamwork skills.

Main Tasks / Missions:

• Identify and develop new supplier bases for assembly equipment manufacturing.
• Collaborate with the commodity purchasing team to enhance supplier performance (cost, quality, technology, timing).
• Support "métier" projects to advance assembly technology or methodology, including standard creation.
• Share and transfer knowledge consistently by leading/participating in assembly networks, R&I projects, and designing training programs.

KPI and/or main deliverables:

• Validate equipment design on time for manufacturing.
• Monitor assembly equipment manufacturing timing (quality, adherence to standards).
• Fully validate assembly equipment at the supplier's site before transfer to ensure product performance and quality.
• Define and apply success conditions for industrial readiness (parts, sub-components, validation equipment).
• Conduct and validate mini runs to ensure proper equipment handover. · Achieve initial equipment KPIs when configuration permits.
• Provide equipment specifications, spare parts list, and ensure strict application of OPTIMAP/OPTIPRO work packages (ergonomics/HSE, cycle time, equipment OEE).

Activities:

• Adhere to HSE and ergonomic standards and rules.
• Participate in assembly process and equipment conception with EPM, MPM, and extended teams.
• Support MPM/IPM in technical decisions to improve the process.
• Manage design and realization of assembly equipment, including functionality specifications, equipment study validation, ergonomics study, feasibility updates, equipment conformity checks, and plant transfer facilitation.
• Participate in lessons learned, productivity projects, and other activities in the assembly department.
• Implement management systems (Quality, Environment, Safety) and ensure product/equipment confidentiality at the supplier.

Candidate Profile:

Qualification: Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with experience

Experience: 5 to 8 years of experience in the field of assembly engineering in manufacturing plants, equipment suppliers, or as Assembly Equipment Project Manager in an Automotive Tier-1 supplier.