Engineer - Production Engineering M/F

Talent Soft; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

KK Group is seeking an engineer to drive continuous improvement on the shop floor in Bengaluru. You will implement changes, reduce cycle times, and lead cost-saving initiatives while supporting KAIZEN and automation in line.

The role requires strong problem-solving skills, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. Shift flexibility is needed in a stationary production environment in India.

Qualifications

• BE in Industrial Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience.
• Local language skills for shopfloor communication.
• Willing to work in shifts; stationary job.

Responsibilities

• Change Management Activities (CN - Implementation).
• Cycle time reduction and cost saving initiatives.
• Support KAIZEN activities and automation in line.
• Lead improvement projects and support NPI projects.
• Cross-functional coordination with Quality, Maintenance, Production, and Engineering.
• Ensure safety and adherence to EHS requirements.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Lean Manufacturing

Data Analysis

Process Improvement

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Leadership

Communication

Decision Making

Safety Awareness

Project Management

Education

BE in Industrial Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Responsibilities

• Change Management Activities (CN - Implementation).
• Cycle time reduction.
• Cost saving Initiatives.
• Support KAIZEN Activities.
• Initiate, Support & Implement Automation solutions in Line.
• Improvement Projects & Support NPI Projects.

Our requirements

• ECN Implementation - First piece assemblies, feasibility study, Documentation review, Approve & Activate.
• Layout optimisation: Conceptualisation, Approvals & Implementation (solid works/Auto Cadd).
• Process Improvement – Ability to identify bottlenecks and improve productivity, cycle time, and process efficiency.
• Problem-Solving – Strong analytical approach to identify and resolve production issues.
• Root Cause Analysis – Knowledge of 5 Why, Fishbone, Pareto, 8D, and corrective/preventive actions.
• Lean Manufacturing – Understanding of 5S, Kaizen, OEE, VSM, SMED, Poka-Yoke, and waste reduction.
• Quality Management – PPAP, Knowledge of quality standards, inspection methods, process control, rejection reduction, and CAPA.
• Technical Knowledge – Understanding of Electrical panel assembly & manufacturing processes, machines, tools, fixtures, drawings, and process parameters.
• Data Analysis – Ability to analyse production data, downtime, rejection, efficiency, and KPI trends.
• Cost Reduction – Identifying opportunities to reduce material, manpower, energy, tooling, and process costs.
• Project Management – Ability to plan and execute process improvement, automation, and cost‑saving projects.
• Cross‑Functional Coordination – Effective collaboration with Quality, Maintenance, Production, Warehouse, Purchase, and Engineering teams.
• Communication Skills – Clear communication with operators, supervisors, engineers, and management.
• Leadership & Teamwork – Ability to lead improvement activities and motivate shop‑floor teams.
• Decision‑Making – Ability to make timely, data‑driven decisions during production issues.
• Safety Awareness – Strong understanding of workplace safety, EHS requirements, and safe operating practices.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset – Proactively looking for ways to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity (SQDCP).

Additional information:

• Candidate should know local language to have effective communication with the shopfloor operators.
• Educational Qualification Required: BE in Industrial Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
• Relevant Experience Required: 1 to 2 years.
• Stationary Job.
• Flexible to work in shifts.
• Certifications & Licenses Good to have Lean certification.
• Breadth of the Role: Local.

We offer

By joining KK Group, you will be part of a culture where diversity is embraced, every nationality is respected, and trust and collaboration across perspectives drives our success. Across our global organisation, we offer a wide range of job opportunities spanning office‑based roles, production facilities, and onsite positions worldwide. Our roles cover multiple functions, locations, and disciplines, providing diverse career paths across the business. Whether you’re interested in engineering, manufacturing, operations, or support functions, you’ll find opportunities at KK Group to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.

Potential Benefits (Depending on Role)

Further information

About KK Group

KK Group is a global technology partner delivering power, controls, cooling, monitoring and service solutions for renewable energy and energy‑intensive industries.

With more than 45 years of experience in the wind industry and technologies installed in over 120,000 turbines worldwide, KK Group provides critical electro‑mechanical systems that enable electrification, improve energy efficiency, and optimise the lifetime performance of industrial assets.

The company’s capabilities span the full value chain - from development and manufacturing to service and digital solutions - supporting customers across the entire lifecycle of their platforms. Backed by its long‑term owner, A.P. Moller Holding, KK Group is expanding beyond wind into selected energy‑intensive industries including hydrogen, mining, rail and defence.

Today, KK Group employs more than 3,700 people across 10+ countries and is building a more diversified, resilient and global business - Powering Change towards a more sustainable tomorrow.

Visit www.kkgroup.com to learn more about our company and career opportunities.

For further information, please contact:
Tanmay Bhattacharya[phone]