Specialist - Process Engineering

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables
• Process & Production Planning:

Experience in process planning, execution, line balancing, capacity planning, and ramp-up using Gantt charts or MS Projects.
• Tooling & Automation:

Design and develop efficient jigs, fixtures, and tooling with a focus on automation (e.g., spot welding, screwing, bowl feeders, noise testing).
• New Product Introduction:

Define and set up manufacturing processes for new motor and electronics products.
• Cost & Resource Estimation:

Estimate labor costs (cycle time) and capital investment during the business acquisition stage.
• Sourcing Coordination:

Ensure timely release of purchase orders for equipment and tooling.
• Design for Assembly:

Collaborate with design teams to ensure products are optimized for assembly (DFA).
• Assembly Line Development:

Create concept designs for new assembly lines, SPMs, jigs, fixtures, and test benches.
• Cross-functional Teamwork:

Work with Program Management, Design, Procurement, and Supply Chain to meet project goals.
• Packaging Design:

Develop packaging solutions for both incoming materials and outgoing finished goods.
• Tool Qualification:

Manage the qualification of tools, equipment, and assembly lines at supplier sites and the plant.
• Training:

Conduct training for operators and stakeholders in manufacturing, quality, and maintenance.
• Troubleshooting:

Use 8D problem-solving methods to resolve issues with equipment and tools.
• Audit & Compliance:

Prepare for customer audits, PPAP submissions, and production trial runs.
• Documentation:

Create process documentation (Flow Charts, SOPs, PFMEA, Control Plans, Standard Work Instructions).
• Productivity & Safety:

Drive improvements in productivity, safety, and low-cost automation.
• Vertical Integration:

Lead and support in-house manufacturing capability development projects.

Required Education & Experience
• Experience:

10+ years in Manufacturing Engineering (minimum 8 years in Motors & Electronics, preferably BLDC motors, stators, rotors).
• Technical Skills:
• Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerance stack-up, material properties, ergonomics, DFA/DFM.
• Skilled in line balancing, MOST, time & motion studies.
• Familiarity with lean tools: VSM, SMED, OEE, Kaizen.
• Cost estimation for labor and capital during quotation.
• Knowledge of electronics manufacturing and IATF standards.