Manufacturing and Engineering Manager

Cyient; Hyderabad, Mysuru; Hybrid; INR 4,000,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Cyient is seeking an NPI & Engineering Manager (Electronics Manufacturing & Mechanical Assembly) to lead the engineering team in Shamshabad, Hyderabad and Mysore, driving strategic execution of new product introductions and process improvements.

You will ensure manufacturing processes meet quality, cost, and delivery objectives, mentor engineers, coordinate with customers and suppliers, and lead design reviews, risk assessments, and continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma and automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electronics, or Electrical engineering.
• 12–15 years in engineering with ≥5 years in a leadership role within manufacturing or EMS.

Responsibilities

• Lead NPI and engineering teams to deliver new product introductions.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets for launches.
• Drive process improvements using lean and Six Sigma.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and customers.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specs.
• Provide technical leadership during design reviews and risk assessments.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Process optimization

Lean Six Sigma

Quality systems

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Electronics / Electrical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

PDM systems

MS Project

Jira

Job description

Position: NPI & Engineering Manager (Electronics Manufacturing & Mechanical Assembly) Industry: Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS)

Work Location: Shamshabad, Hyderabad (AND) Mysore

Position Overview:

The Engineering Manager oversees the engineering team, including NPI engineers, and drives the strategic execution of new product introductions, process improvements, and technical innovation. This role combines technical expertise with leadership to ensure manufacturing processes meet quality, cost, and delivery objectives. The engineering manager collaborates with senior leadership, customers, and cross-functional teams to align engineering efforts with business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Team Management:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers, including NPI, process, and quality engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Define team objectives, assign responsibilities, and monitor performance to meet project milestones.
• Recruit and train top engineering talent to build a high-performing team.

NPI and Project Oversight:

• Oversee the entire NPI process, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Coordinate with NPI engineers to implement DFM, DFT, and process validation strategies.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets for new product launches.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Act as the primary interface between engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and customers to ensure seamless product transitions.
• Work with contract manufacturers and suppliers to align production capabilities with design requirements.
• Provide technical leadership during design reviews, risk assessments, and root cause analyses.

Process Optimization and Innovation:

• Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes using lean, Six Sigma, and automation techniques.
• Implement and validate new technologies, equipment, or software to enhance production efficiency.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, reduce costs, and improve quality metrics like OEE and FPY.

Compliance and Strategic Alignment:

• Ensure engineering processes comply with industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001, IPC, FDA for medical electronics) and customer specifications.
• Align engineering initiatives with organizational goals, such as cost reduction, scalability, and sustainability.
• Prepare and present project reviews and technical reports to senior management and clients.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Electronics/Electrical engineering.
• Experience: 12 to 15 years of experience in engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within manufacturing or EMS.

Technical Skills:

• Deep knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes, including SMT, PCB assembly, and test systems.
• Proficiency in CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD), PDM systems, and project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira).
• Expertise in quality systems, Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher), and regulatory standards (e.g., RoHS, UL, ISO 13485 for medical).

Leadership Skills:

• Proven ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams, even without direct authority.
• Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management to interact with customers, suppliers, and executives.

Preferred:

• Experience in high-mix, low-volume EMS environments or regulated industries (e.g., medical, aerospace).
• Knowledge of supply chain management and vendor coordination.

Work Environment

• Combination of office and manufacturing floor settings, with occasional travel to customer or supplier sites.
• Requires flexibility to handle urgent production issues or project deadlines.