Process Lead - Assembly

Tata Electronics; Kolar; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Electronics is seeking an experienced Assembly Process Engineer to lead box-build and final assembly process architecture, ensuring station sequencing, line balancing, and semi-automation concepts are optimal. You will review RFQs, drawings, and BOMs to deliver compliant assembly solutions for bids.

Responsibilities include defining process assumptions, risks, and mitigation plans, establishing torque control and validation criteria, and designing ESD-compliant environments in line with

Qualifications

• BE/BTech in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, ECE, Mechatronics, Industrial, Production Engineering or related discipline.
• Postgraduate specialization in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Operations or related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of box-build and final assembly manufacturing processes, line balancing, workstation design, and assembly industrialization.
• Expertise in DFM, PFMEA, Control Plans, process capability analysis, and manufacturing quality planning.
• Proficiency in process simulation or line-balancing tools, advanced Excel modelling, and assembly equipment programming tools.
• Working knowledge of ESD requirements, ergonomics, operator safety, yield improvement, OEE, and productivity optimization.
• Familiarity with PLM, ERP, and MES systems supporting BOM management, routing, work instructions, and traceability.

Responsibilities

• Own box-build and final assembly process architecture, including station sequencing and line balancing.
• Review RFQs, drawings, BOMs, specifications, and customer requirements for compliant assembly solutions.
• Develop manufacturing estimates covering cycle times, manpower loading, equipment, tooling, and timelines.
• Define assembly process assumptions, risks, exclusions, and mitigation plans for bids.
• Establish torque control, press-fit processes, validation requirements, and acceptance criteria.
• Design ESD-compliant assembly areas and workflows aligned with ANSI/ESD S20.20.

Skills

Box-build expertise

Line balancing

DFM & PFMEA

Control Plans

Process capability analysis

Line-balancing tools

Advanced Excel modelling

PLM/ERP/MES familiarity

Stakeholder management

Education

BE/BTech in Mechanical/Electrical/ECE/Mechatronics/Industrial/Production Eng

Postgraduate specialization in Manufacturing/Industrial Eng

Tools

MS Excel

PLM

ERP

MES

Job description

• Own box-build and final assembly process architecture, including station sequencing, line balancing, semi-automation concepts, and poka-yoke implementation.
• Review RFQs, drawings, BOMs, specifications, and customer requirements to develop compliant and executable assembly solutions.
• Develop manufacturing estimates covering cycle times, manpower loading, equipment, tooling, fixtures, NRE, capex, and implementation timelines.
• Define assembly process assumptions, risks, dependencies, exclusions, and mitigation plans to support bid submissions.
• Establish torque control, press-fit processes, assembly validation requirements, and critical process acceptance criteria.
• Design ESD-compliant assembly areas and manufacturing workflows aligned with ANSI/ESD S20.20 requirements.
• Evaluate equipment, tooling, and fixture solutions, including supplier assessments and make-versus-buy recommendations.
• Drive cross-functional alignment across engineering, quality, operations, automation, supply chain, and finance to ensure execution readiness.
• Prepare technical calculations, process capacity analyses, and supporting evidence for proposal reviews and management approvals.
• Define process validation, handover deliverables, and manufacturing readiness requirements for NPI and production launch.

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, ECE, Mechatronics, Industrial, Production Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Postgraduate specialization in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Operations, or a related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of box-build and final assembly manufacturing processes, line balancing, workstation design, and assembly industrialization.
• Expertise in DFM, PFMEA, Control Plans, process capability analysis, and manufacturing quality planning.
• Proficiency in process simulation or line-balancing tools, advanced Excel modelling, and assembly equipment programming tools.
• Working knowledge of ESD requirements, ergonomics, operator safety, yield improvement, OEE, and productivity optimization.
• Familiarity with PLM, ERP, and MES systems supporting BOM management, routing, work instructions, and traceability.

Desired Experience Level

• 8-12 years of experience in Assembly Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, NPI, Manufacturing Industrialization, or EMS operations.
• Proven experience supporting customer RFQs, technical proposals, manufacturing process development, and production ramp-up activities.
• Demonstrated capability in assembly line design, cycle-time validation, capacity modelling, manpower planning, and automation assessments.
• Experience defining torque management, press-fit controls, fixture strategies, and assembly process validation methodologies.
• Strong capability to convert incomplete customer requirements into executable manufacturing solutions with clear assumptions and risk mitigation plans.
• Experience working with global customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams, supported by strong stakeholder management and customer-facing communication skills.