Industrial Engineering Manager

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; India; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy India Limited is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer to lead a team of industrial engineers, driving lean transformations and Six Sigma projects across the manufacturing operations in India. You will develop methodologies, perform time studies, optimize layouts, and implement SOPs to improve productivity and quality.

The role requires 12–15 years in industrial engineering with leadership experience, strong data analytics, and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering; master's preferred.
• 12–15 years in industrial engineering in manufacturing; 3–5 years in leadership.
• Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt preferred).
• Strong analytical and data-driven problem solving.
• Proficiency in process mapping, time studies, capacity planning, and layout optimization.
• Experience with MES and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team; continuous improvement culture.
• Strong project management; multiple projects concurrently.
• Knowledge of industry standards and safety regs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of industrial engineers, providing guidance and evaluations.
• Develop and maintain industrial engineering methodologies across manufacturing operations.
• Conduct time studies, motion studies, and process analyses to identify bottlenecks, waste, and areas for improvement.
• Design and optimize production layouts, material flow, and workstation designs.
• Establish and maintain SOPs and work instructions for manufacturing processes.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other relevant methodologies.
• Develop and implement capacity planning models to ensure optimal resource utilization and meet production demands.
• Analyze production data and KPIs to monitor performance and identify trends.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, quality, supply chain, and R&D to drive operational excellence.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies, automation, and equipment to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and recommendations for management on process improvements and cost savings.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and company policies.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Team leadership

Data analysis

Process optimization

MES

ERP systems

Time studies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MES

ERP systems

Job description

Location: Maneja, Gujarat, India Job ID: R0137950 Date Posted: 2026-07-27 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of industrial engineers, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain industrial engineering methodologies, tools, and best practices across manufacturing operations.
• Conduct time studies, motion studies, and process analyses to identify bottlenecks, waste, and areas for improvement.
• Design and optimize production layouts, material flow, and workstation designs to enhance efficiency and ergonomics.
• Establish and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions for manufacturing processes.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other relevant methodologies.
• Develop and implement capacity planning models to ensure optimal resource utilization and meet production demands.
• Analyze production data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor performance and identify trends.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, quality, supply chain, and R&D to drive operational excellence.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies, automation, and equipment to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and recommendations for management on process improvements and cost savings.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and company policies.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 12-15 years of progressive experience in industrial engineering roles within a manufacturing environment, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or managerial capacity.
• Proven expertise in lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Proficiency in process mapping, time studies, capacity planning, and layout optimization.
• Experience with manufacturing execution systems (MES) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and safety regulations.

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