Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Develop and industrialize new and advanced manufacturing processes, including low-cost automation solutions.

Lead/support installation, commissioning, debugging, validation, and troubleshooting of automated and special-purpose equipment.

Develop process specifications, tooling, fixtures, tool charts, work standards, and engineering documentation.

Design and develop tooling, fixtures, prototypes, and equipment concepts for new and existing processes.

Support APQP and new product launches, ensuring process and equipment readiness before SOP and production ramp-up.

Develop and maintain PFMEA, Control Plans, process standards, and other manufacturing documentation.

Ensure effective application of ISO/TS 16949 / IATF 16949 requirements and Automotive Core Tools, including APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, MSA, SPC, and Control Plan, during process development, industrialization, validation, and production launch.

Drive improvements in productivity, cycle time, quality, OEE, capacity, equipment reliability, and manufacturing cost.

Analyze process and test data, conduct manufacturing trials, and implement sustainable corrective and improvement actions.

Support robotics, PLC-controlled equipment, sensors, instrumentation, vision/measurement systems, and machine automation.

Prepare equipment specifications, support capital expenditure proposals, and execute equipment development and industrialization projects.

Work closely with Product Engineering, Quality, Production, Maintenance, suppliers, and global cross-functional teams.

Promote manufacturing best practices, process standardization, technical knowledge-sharing, and mentor junior engineers.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3–6 years of relevant manufacturing/industrialization experience, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Hands-on experience with automated assembly equipment, special-purpose machines, robotics, PLCs, and industrial automation.
• Experience in non-standard equipment design, development, commissioning, or debugging is preferred.
• Experience in tooling, fixture design, equipment installation, process validation, and production ramp-up.

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficiency in CAD/3D design software such as Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent.
• Good understanding of PLC systems, industrial instrumentation, sensors, robotics, machine controls, and automation systems.
• Knowledge of LabVIEW or similar data acquisition/test systems is an advantage.
• Good working knowledge of ISO/TS 16949 / IATF 16949 requirements.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of Automotive Core Tools, including APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, MSA, SPC, and Control Plan.
• Knowledge of DOE, Six Sigma, structured problem-solving, and continuous improvement methodologies is preferred.
• Strong hands-on troubleshooting, analytical, problem-solving, and project-management skills.
• Good English communication skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional, supplier, and global teams.