Engineer - Process Planning

Lucas TVS Limited; Chennai District; On-site; INR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucas TVS Limited in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is seeking a Process Planning Engineer with 2–6 years of experience to drive manufacturability using DFM and DFA, and support APQP activities for smooth product launches. You will collaborate with design and production teams to plan efficient, cost-effective processes, assist in tool and fixture design, and prepare detailed process documentation and PFMEA (VDA).

Knowledge of CAD tools, MS Office, and quality systems will help you contribute to continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering with knowledge of DFM, DFA, and PFMEA (VDA).
• Experience applying APQP for product launches and cross-functional collaboration.
• Familiarity with tool design and manufacturing processes; strong documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Study new products and assess manufacturability using DFM and DFA principles.
• Support APQP activities to ensure smooth production launch.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to plan efficient and cost-effective processes.
• Assist in tool and fixture design to support manufacturing needs.
• Prepare and maintain process documentation, including work instructions and PFMEA (AIAG & VDA).
• Identify potential manufacturing issues early and suggest improvements.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams for process validation and approvals.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to process planning.

Skills

DFM

DFA

APQP

PFMEA

Tool design

Documentation

Cross-functional

MS Office

CAD tools

Quality systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

Role & responsibilities:

• Study new products and assess manufacturability using Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
• Support Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities to ensure smooth production launch.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to plan efficient and cost-effective processes.
• Assist in tool and fixture design to support manufacturing needs.
• Prepare and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, process flow charts, PFMEA (AIAG & VDA), QCPC
• Identify potential manufacturing issues early and suggest improvements.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams for process validation and approvals.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to process planning.

Knowledge and exposure on Process like Tightening, Greasing, Pressing , Assembly ( DC motor assy knowledge)

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering
• 2~6 years of experience in process planning, manufacturing, or production engineering.
• Basic knowledge of DFM/DFA concepts., PFMEA- VDA
• Understanding of APQP and product launch processes.
• Familiarity with tool design and manufacturing processes.
• Good documentation and communication skills
• Ability to work well with cross-functional teams
• Experience with process documentation software (e.g., MS Office).
• Knowledge of CAD tools is a plus.
• Exposure to quality systems and standard
• Work pattern: 6 days per week