Manufacturing Engineer

Danfoss GmbH; Oragadam; On-site; INR 8,00,000 - 12,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in Tamil Nadu seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to enhance smart manufacturing capabilities. This role involves optimizing operations using Lean concepts, working with design engineers, and improving productivity with 6+ years of experience in manufacturing. Join us to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment focused on innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in the manufacturing industry preferred.
• Six sigma lean manufacturing training and experience.
• Experience with the PPAP process for launches.

Responsibilities

• Optimize manufacturing processes using lean concepts.
• Collaborate with design engineering for DFA/DFM.
• Develop and improve productivity using Lean tools.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Digitalization

Industry 4.0

Automation

2D AutoCAD proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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Segment: Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives Seg

Job Function: Supply Chain and Operations

Work Location Type: On-site

The Impact You'll Make

Manufacturing Engineer will play a transformative role in shaping the future of our shopfloor operations. Leveraging expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Digitalization, Industry 4.0, and automation, this role will drive process innovation, enhance operational efficiency, and accelerate our journey toward smart manufacturing.The engineer will bridge the gap between engineering and execution—delivering scalable solutions that improve productivity, reduce waste, and support the development of high-quality electronic products. Their contributions will be instrumental in elevating our manufacturing capabilities to meet evolving industry demands.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Use of lean manufacturing concepts to continuously optimize manufacturing processes for improved production flow, reduce costs, improve quality, and expanded capacity.
• Extensive work with the design engineering to apply DFA/DFM concepts for reduced cost and highest quality and participate in the DFMEA process
• Very good knowledge & experience in Capacity analysis as per the forecast to match the Takt Time, Elementary time estimation, Differentiation tree and process flow simulation tools.
• Deliver required manufacturing process flow charts, PFMEAs, control plans and detailed work instructions for new products/processes
• Analyses and plans work force utilization, space requirements and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency
• Develops, evaluates, and improves productivity using Lean tools such as: line balancing, Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, Root Cause Analysis, Standard Work, and Value Stream Mapping
• Provide CAPEX estimates and justifications for manual vs. automatic equipment selections and timing
• Very Strong proficiency in 2D Auto CADD which helps us to create production line layout, Production jigs and fixtures design etc.,
• Design fixtures and tooling for manufacturing processes

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering.
• 6+ years of experience in manufacturing industry is preferred.
• Six sigma lean manufacturing training and experience.
• Experience with the PPAP process for launches with new products and customers.
• Manufacturing feasibility study of the new product with the detailed analysis of DFA (Design for assembly) methodology collaborating with product design team.
• Regular monitoring and reporting of performance of equipment

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

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Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.