MGR (ME)

Bajaj Auto Limited; India; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bajaj Auto Limited in India is seeking a seasoned Manufacturing Engineer to lead process design, assembly readiness, and cost optimization for new models. You will drive robust processes and ensure on-time builds across pre-pilot, pilot, and SOP batches, while guiding a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires 9–15 years of mechanical manufacturing experience, strong DFA/DFM/APQP knowledge, and hands-on problem-solving skills to implement continuous improvement and

Qualifications

• Desirable: B.Tech/M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from IIT/NIT.
• Experience range 9–15 years in manufacturing engineering.
• Knowledge of APQP, DFA/DFM, DFMEA/PFMEA.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Process designing and assembly readiness with high repeatability.
• Lead teams to on-time builds of pre-pilot, pilot, and SOP batches.
• Identify and close DFA/DFM points.
• Troubleshoot defects using 7QC tools and DoE techniques.
• Develop capacity as required within tight timeframes.
• Monitor sub-assembly processes at supplier ends and ensure IPO/Q alerts.
• Lead ECRs and implement process optimization and cost-reduction projects.
• Design end-of-line and in-process test equipment; drive automation.
• Mentor team and ensure proper documentation (TD, BOM, IPO).

Skills

New product development

Lean concepts

Six Sigma

Problem solving

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Engineering Graduate – B.Tech / M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (IIT/NIT preferred)

Tools

Altium

MATLAB

Job description

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Functional reporting to : GM - Manufacturing Engineering

Desirable: Engineering Graduate – B.Tech / M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (preferably, but EE also acceptable) preferably from IIT/NIT

ii) Experience

Minimum: 9

Maximum: 15

iii) Age Limit

Minimum: 30

Maximum: 45

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Job Role & Responsibilities

• Process designing, assembly readiness - robust process, high repeatability
• Lead the team to ensure on-time build of pre-pilot batch, pilot batch and SOP batches.
• Identify and close DFA, DFM points.
• Trouble shooting of defects using problem solving tools like 7QC tools, New models Quality (RAR-Run at rate, DRBFM, PRBFM) Why-Why analysis etc
• Capacity generation as and when required in stringent time frame
• Assembly related ECR monitoring andimplementation.
• Ensure sub-assembly process establishment at supplier ends for new component development, new sub-assemblies, with systems, displays of IPO, SOP, Q alerts, Pokayoke check sheets
• - *Process Optimization*:
• Analyse and refine manufacturing processes to meet optimal cost and quality benchmarks, including process engineering, component development, tooling procurement. Lead ECRS activities.
• - *Equipment Development*:
• Design new machinery and upgrade existing equipment to improve production capabilities and meet new model requirements.
• - *Cost Management Initiatives*:
• Conceptualize and lead projects focused on reducing operational costs.
• *Additional Responsibilities*:
• - *Team Management/Documentation*:
• Supervise and mentor a team, providing guidance and support to ensure successful project execution. Ensure documentation readiness (TD, BOM, IPO, etc.)
• Work with cross-functional teams to improve production processes, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• - *Project Management*:
• Proven track record of managing large projects (Material handling automation, MES, PokaYoke, etc.) from inception to completion, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery.

Competency Requirements

• Technical/ Functional:
• New product development knowledge
• Knowledge of Software's like Altium & MATLAB for DFM & DFA
• Good process knowledge including PCB handling - fuses /Led/TFT etc
• Good process knowledge of Reflow/Wave Soldering/Robotic Soldering & Manual Soldering
• Ability to prepare process flow for PCB manufacturing
• APQP/DFA/DFM/DFMEA/PFMEA
• Ability to plan equipment and processes for New products
• Ability to design End of Line and In-Process test equipment
• Ability to do in-process costing and VA & VE
• Understanding of Machine balance / Operator/ line balance
• Lean concepts like VSM / Strategic layout planning / MES / IOT and IOT and digitisation
• Problem solving approach 8D / Six Sigma / SPC / DOE etc
• Ability to plan Automation/Semi-automatic and have experience in handling material handling
• Good knowledge of Product or part where he has experience
• Vehicle manufacturing process & functional knowledge
• Process & facility planning

Behavioral

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work in a lean structure.

Good knowledge of process flow, data and logical interpretation

Ability to Adapt and Align and lead a team

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and excellent communication skills.

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Likely sources

2-wheeler OEMs and tier-1 vendors, Bosch, Delphi, Continental, Magneti Marelli, Kpit, Tata Elexi, Tata Autocomp, GE Aerospace,Collins / Raytheon aerospace, any other aerospace org viz. quest, defense and heavy machine manufacturers - BDL, BHEL, BEML, Avtec, Bharat Forge, Lucas TVS, Dana Spicer, Mahale, Lokesh Machine Tool, Craughtsman, Linemar