Junior Engineer - Production Rotor Balancing

Flender; Chennai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Flender in Chennai seeks a seasoned rotor balancing engineer to lead rotor balancing on the DFIG production line. You will apply rotor dynamics and vibration analysis to ensure precise balancing and process control.

You will develop SOPs, train technicians, and collaborate with design, maintenance, and quality teams to optimize tolerances and tooling. Strong hands-on experience with balancing machines is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of rotor dynamics and vibration theory.
• Hands-on experience with rotor balancing machines and BOM.
• Experience with ISO balancing grades and standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, oversee rotor balancing operations on the production line.
• Develop and maintain balancing process documentation (SOPs, work instructions, control plans).
• Ensure ISO 21940-11 compliance and OEM quality standards.

Skills

Rotor dynamics

Vibration theory

Balancing principles

Root cause analysis

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Data acquisition systems

Balancing software

Measurement tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description:

Experience:

• 5 years of experience in rotating equipment production, preferably in generator or motor manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with rotor dynamic balancing, vibration measurement, and balancing machines (e.g., Schenck, Hofmann).

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, implement, and oversee rotor balancing operations within the DFIG production line.
• Develop and maintain balancing process documentation, including work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and control plans.
• Ensure all balancing activities comply with ISO 21940-11 and OEM quality standards.
• Work with design and manufacturing teams to define balancing tolerances, correction methods, and tooling requirements.
• Manage and calibrate balancing machines and related measurement instruments.

• Conduct static and dynamic balancing of rotors using appropriate balancing machines and correction techniques (e.g., drilling, adding weights).
• Analyze vibration and imbalance data to identify root causes and corrective measures.
• Support rotor run-out, alignment, and assembly verification to ensure design conformity.
• Verify rotor performance through quality inspection, vibration analysis, and acceptance testing.

• Collaborate with quality engineers to ensure traceability and documentation of balancing results.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce balancing time, improve accuracy, and minimize rework.
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) for nonconformities.

• Work closely with design, maintenance, and quality teams to resolve rotor design or production challenges.
• Provide technical support and training to balancing technicians and operators.
• Coordinate with supply chain and production planning to ensure smooth workflow and equipment availability.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge& hands on experience of rotor dynamics, vibration theory, and machine balancing principles.
• Familiarity with ISO balancing grades and rotor balancing standards.
• Experience with data acquisition systems, balancing software, and measurement analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, machining, and assembly operations.
• Proficiency with SAP and manufacturing documentation systems.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on precision and quality.
• Ability to work under production deadlines and manage multiple tasks.

Your contact person(s) for this job posting is/are:

Thirumalai Kumar T

Flender is an Equal Opportunity and Aff… All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.