Lead Manufacturing Process Engineer – AME & Testing
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Bengaluru, Karnātaka
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Lead
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 6+ years
- Category
- Industrial engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics & Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Electr
- Minimum 6+ years of relevant experience in Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, Test Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related core engineering e
- Strong hands-on experience in manufacturing or process engineering, including manufacturing process development, equipment development, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
- Hands-on experience with test equipment automation and automated manufacturing or testing systems.
- Hands-on exposure to Special Purpose Machines (SPMs), including development, implementation, operation, integration, or troubleshooting.
- Practical understanding of electromechanical equipment and components, including servo motors, encoders, ball screws, sensors, electrical and electronic circuits, and equipment control systems.
- Knowledge or hands-on experience with NI hardware programming, hardware interfaces, or comparable equipment control systems used to integrate hardware and software for automated machine or test functi
- Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and failure analysis capabilities.
- Knowledge and practical application of structured problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and data analysis.
- Exposure to Power BI, AI tools, IoT platforms, advanced analytics, or similar digital manufacturing technologies.
- Understanding of predictive maintenance concepts, equipment data analysis, sensor-based monitoring, and data-driven decision-making.
- Experience or working knowledge of manufacturing process and equipment qualification and validation.
- Knowledge of Quality Management System (QMS) requirements applicable to regulated manufacturing environments.
- Prior experience providing technical guidance or managing a small team, with experience supporting approximately two or more team members, contractors, or trainees.
- Strong focus on engineering documentation and the ability to develop clear technical reports, specifications, validation documentation, and manufacturing records.
- Ability to manage multiple technical priorities and deliver commitments on time while maintaining quality and compliance requirements.
Full description
Job Description Summary
The Lead Manufacturing Process Engineer – AME & Testing will provide technical leadership for process engineering, New Product Introduction (NPI), manufacturing test equipment, and automation supporting complex medical equipment. This role will lead and support the development, implementation, qualification, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes and test equipment, with a strong focus on test equipment automation, Special Purpose Machines (SPMs), electromechanical systems, troubleshooting, failure analysis, and operational performance. The engineer will also leverage technologies such as Power BI, AI/ML tools, IoT platforms, advanced analytics, and equipment data to improve testing effectiveness, enable predictive maintenance, and enhance manufacturing efficiency.
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Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Own and lead manufacturing engineering activities for New Product Introductions (NPI) and manufacturing transfers for existing products, collaborating with global and local cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain.
- Lead and support process engineering activities associated with new product introductions, manufacturing readiness, production ramp-up, and implementation of new manufacturing and testing technologies.
- Design, develop, improve, and support manufacturing automation systems, test equipment, Special Purpose Machines (SPMs), fixtures, tooling, and manufacturing aids to enable efficient and reliable production.
- Support the transition from legacy testing systems to new testing platforms, software, automation tools, and testing infrastructure.
- Develop and support automated test equipment involving electromechanical components and control systems, including servo motors, encoders, ball screws, sensors, electrical and electronic circuits, and related machine control technologies.
- Apply knowledge of NI hardware programming and equipment control systems to support automated equipment functions such as motor control, operational sequencing, equipment run-time management, sensor integration, data capture, and automated machine operations.
- Lead troubleshooting and structured problem-solving activities to resolve complex medical equipment manufacturing and testing issues.
- Conduct root cause investigations and failure analysis to identify technical issues related to equipment, manufacturing processes, test systems, and product performance, and implement sustainable corrective actions.