Senior Manufacturing Engineering

KPIT is a global technology company with software solutions that will help mobility leapfrog towards autonomous, clean, smart and connected future. With 10000+ Automobelievers across the globe, specializing in embedded software, AI & Digital solutions, KPIT enables customers accelerate implementation of next generation mobility technologies. With development centers in Europe, Americas, Japan, China, Thailand and India – KPIT works with leaders in mobility and is present where the ecosystem is transforming.

Responsibilities:

Manage capital projects and technical projects in a manufacturing environment.

Develop and maintain work instructions and Standard Operating Sheets (SOS).

Support assembly manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment improvements.

Apply industrial engineering principles for line design and line balancing activities.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Tool & Fixture Design, Components Manufacturing, and Factory Automation.

Prepare and present weekly project status updates to key stakeholders.

Utilize Teamcenter, Creo/ProE, Process Planning Tools, AutoCAD, and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to support manufacturing operations.

Drive Lean Manufacturing/World Class Manufacturing (WCM) initiatives and continuous improvement activities.

Analyze manufacturing problems and implement effective solutions.

Organize, plan, and execute engineering projects while meeting project timelines.

Build strong relationships and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.

Support manufacturing operations at plant locations and relocate as required.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Engineering Technology (foreign equivalent accepted).
• 5–10 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in the Automotive Industry or Agriculture/Construction Equipment Manufacturing preferred.
• Experience in shop floor engineering with work instructions, Standard Operating Sheets (SOS), assembly manufacturing processes, tooling, and manufacturing equipment.
• Experience managing capital projects and/or technical projects.
• Strong knowledge of industrial engineering principles, including line design and line balancing.
• Cross-functional experience in Product Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Tool & Fixture Design, Components Manufacturing, Factory Automation, or related technical fields.
• Proficiency with Teamcenter, Creo/ProE, Process Planning Tools, AutoCAD, and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or World Class Manufacturing (WCM).
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, planning, and project execution skills.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders without direct authority.
• Willingness to relocate and work from a manufacturing site.