Industrial Engineering Manager

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; India; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy India Limited seeks an Industrial Engineering Manager to lead manufacturing processes, drive efficiency, productivity and cost optimization across operations in India.

You will manage a team of industrial engineers, implement lean and Six Sigma, conduct time/motion studies, design layouts, and ensure MES/ERP integration.

The role collaborates with production, quality, supply chain, and R&D to sustain operational excellence and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's 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 expertise; Green/Black belt preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of industrial engineers with guidance and performance evaluations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain industrial engineering methodologies across manufacturing operations.
• Conduct time studies, motion studies, and process analyses to identify bottlenecks and waste.
• Design and optimize production layouts, material flow, and workstation designs for efficiency and ergonomics.
• Establish and maintain SOPs and work instructions for manufacturing processes.
• Lead continuous improvement using lean, Six Sigma, and related methodologies.
• Develop and implement capacity planning models to meet production demands.
• Analyze production data and KPIs to monitor performance and identify trends.
• Collaborate with production, quality, supply chain, and R&D to drive operational excellence.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies, automation, and equipment to improve productivity and reduce costs.
• Prepare detailed reports 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

Data-driven

MES/ERP

Process mapping

Time studies

Capacity planning

Layout optimization

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MES

ERP systems

Job description

The Industrial Engineering Manager will lead and optimize manufacturing processes, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness within HITACHI ENERGY INDIA LIMITED. This role involves applying industrial engineering principles to improve operational performance and support strategic business goals.

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.

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.