Manufacturing Engineering
Manufacturing & Production · Production & Assembly · Manufacturing Engineering
In short
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop, improve, and maintain Final Assembly manufacturing processes for safe, efficient, and high-quality vehicle production. This role will drive new model introduction, process industrialization, line balancing, cycle-time improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Develop and standardize Final Assembly manufacturing processes, including process flow, SOPs, work instructions, and PFMEA.
- Define optimum assembly sequence, workstation layout, and process methodology.
- Establish cycle time, takt time, and manpower requirements.
- Conduct line balancing and optimize operator utilization.
- Lead manufacturing engineering activities for new vehicle/variant introductions.
- Define process requirements, tooling, fixtures, and equipment for new models.
- Develop Final Assembly line layouts considering material flow, operator movement, ergonomics, safety, quality, logistics, and future capacity.
- Conduct capacity calculations and bottleneck analysis.
- Define specifications for assembly tools, fixtures, and equipment, including torque tools, lifting aids, AGVs/AMRs, vision systems, and error-proofing systems.
- Coordinate with suppliers for design, development, and commissioning of equipment.
- Drive First Time Right / Zero Defect manufacturing and develop Poka-yoke solutions.
- Support analysis of assembly defects using 4M/5M, 5 Why, Fishbone, and DMAIC methodologies.
- Identify opportunities for automation and implement digital manufacturing/Industry 4.0 solutions.
- Conduct workstation ergonomic assessments to reduce awkward postures, excessive reaching, manual lifting, repetitive movements, and operator walking.
- Lead Kaizen / CI projects to improve processes and eliminate Muda, Mura, and Muri.
- Provide daily manufacturing engineering support to Production and resolve process-related abnormalities.
- Lead cross-functional problem-solving with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Logistics.
Requirements
- Final Vehicle Assembly Manufacturing experience
- Lean Manufacturing knowledge
- Line Balancing skills
- Takt Time & Capacity Planning understanding
- New Model Introduction experience
- PFMEA & Control Plan knowledge
- Poka-yoke understanding
- Ergonomics knowledge
- Assembly Tooling & Fixtures experience
- Industry 4.0 knowledge
- Six Sigma / Problem Solving skills
- Project Management skills
- Cross-functional Team Management experience
- Experience in automotive OEM Final Assembly (passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, trucks, or buses)
- Exposure to new model launch, line setup, capacity expansion, automation, process improvement, and production ramp-up
- 8–12 years in automotive OEM / vehicle assembly manufacturing
- B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Automobile / Production / Industrial Engineering
Benefits
- Opportunity to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future.
- Work with next-gen technologies and collaborative teams.
- Work with iconic brands and be part of a global industrial company.
- Harness automated driving, electromobility, and connectivity.
Skills
Lean ManufacturingLine BalancingTakt TimeCapacity PlanningNew Model IntroductionPFMEAControl PlanPoka-yokeErgonomicsAssembly ToolingFixturesIndustry 4.0Six SigmaProblem SolvingProject ManagementProcess ImprovementTorque ToolsAGVsAMRsVision SystemsTPM
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About Volvo Group
The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, with its headquarters in Gothenburg, employs about 100,000 people, has production facilities in 18 countries and sells its products in more than 190 markets.\n\n
Company
Volvo GroupJob Posted
1 day ago
Employment Type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Experience Level
Mid-Senior
Locations
Hoskote, India
Bangalore, India
Qualification
Bachelor
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