Deputy Process Engineering Manager

Wabtec; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec is seeking a Manufacturing/Process Engineer in Bengaluru to design, validate, and improve production processes. This role focuses on ensuring on-time delivery with quality and cost optimization while leading continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in process design, capacity planning, and tooling design, with a commitment to lean manufacturing principles. Join our team to contribute to innovative production solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and implementing manufacturing processes.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques.
• Ability to conduct capacity planning and layout optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement robust manufacturing processes aligned with QCD targets.
• Drive Lean, Kaizen, and productivity improvements.
• Perform capacity planning and Cp/Cpk studies.
• Lead APQP, FMEA, and new product launch.
• Design jigs and fixtures for production.

Skills

Process Design

Lean Methodologies

Continuous Improvement

Capacity Planning

Tooling Design

Job description

Work location - Bommasandra Industrial Area, Bangalore

Role Overview

The Manufacturing/Process Engineer is responsible for designing, validating, implementing, and continuously improving production processes to ensure on-time delivery with required quality and optimized cost. The role leads new product industrialization, supports production, and drives continuous improvement using structured problem-solving and lean methodologies.

Role & responsibilities

1. Process Design, Validation & Implementation

• Develop and implement robust manufacturing processes aligned with QCD targets.
• Prepare and maintain PFD, PFMEA, Control Plan, and SOPs.
• Lead process validation and technology transfer activities.

2. Continuous Improvement

• Drive Lean, Kaizen, and productivity improvements.
• Conduct time studies, MOST analysis, and line balancing.
• Implement poka-yoke, automation, and digital solutions.

3. Capacity & Layout Planning

• Perform capacity planning and Cp/Cpk studies.
• Design plant layouts, material flow, and workstation optimization.
• Improve throughput and production efficiency.

4. New Product Industrialization

• Lead APQP, FMEA, and new product launch.
• Establish manufacturing lines and ensure smooth ramp-up.

5. Tooling & Automation

• Design jigs, fixtures, and assembly tools.
• Troubleshoot process and tooling issues to maintain stability.

6. CAPEX & Budgeting

• Prepare ROI for capital investments.
• Handle procurement, installation, and commissioning of equipment.

Technical Knowledge

• Hydraulic press, vulcanization, assembly processes, painting