Product quality supervisor

Siemens Mobility; Thane; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Mobility in India (Thane) seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer for the product quality function of LV switchgear (ACB). The role focuses on hands-on assembly, routine testing, and adherence to IS/IEC 60947 and BIS guidelines, with frequent supplier site visits.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in quality, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to drive corrective actions while coordinating with production, engineering and suppliers. Local travel is expected.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in product quality function of LV switchgear (ACB).
• Hands-on assembly and routine testing of ACB.
• Understanding of IS/IEC 60947 for routine testing.
• Knowledge of BIS guidelines for scheme X.
• Experience implementing production quality systems in new lines.
• Experience with measuring instruments (DMM, oscilloscope).
• Ability to monitor quality topics and initiate improvements.
• Travel to supplier locations up to 80% locally.
• Ability to handle ACB for tests and analysis.
• Drive preventive/corrective actions and track KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and implementation of control plans including inspection methods.
• Planning instruments, gauges, test setups and procurement.
• Review of product/process specifications and changes via PLM/SCM.
• Assess changes for risk and suggest improvements.
• Train personnel on test topics at in-house and supplier sites.
• Analyze yield and cost deviations and formulate corrective actions with other functions.

Skills

ACB testing

Quality inspection

IS/IEC 60947

BIS guidelines

Measuring instruments

Process improvement

Vendor support

CAD knowledge

Communication

Education

Diploma / Graduate in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Education: Diploma/ Graduate Electrical engineer or higher.

Experience: 5-7 years of experience in product quality function of Low Voltage Switchgear products _ACB

• Hands on experience in assembly and routine testing of ACB.
• Good understanding of product standard i.e. IS/IEC 60947 for routine testing
• knowledge of BIS guidelines/requirements for scheme X
• Experience in implementing production related quality system in new production lines inhouse and at supplier
• Hands on experience of measuring instruments – DMM, oscilloscope etc.
• analysis and monitor of current quality topics/ rejection in production and initiate actions for improvements
• analysis of complaint products
• Regular visit to assembly supplier location for monitoring, training etc. (local travel-80%)
• Customer /site visit for analysis in relation to complaint management, as necessary (domestic travel event based)
• Ability of physically handle ACB for routine tests/mechanical life test/ trials/ analysis / checks in production / complaint analysis etc. as necessary.
• Support & initiate improvements for preventive /corrective measures based on field complaints, manufacturing errors
• Regular monitoring of manufacturing Quality through daily surveillance, long term tests etc.
• escalation of critical quality problems to the head of quality management
• knowledge of various Problem-solving Quality tools, Process capability etc.
• regular collaboration with different functions like Production, Process planning, Industrial Engineering, Maintenance and Workmen to drive Q improvements
• Responsibility for Quality KPIs like First Pass Yield, NCC, Customer Complaints and initiate improvement for these
• Knowledge of CAD software will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities:

• Preparation and implementation of Control plan including inspection method.
• Planning of Instruments, gauges, test setup etc. and ordering for the same including improvements therein.
• Review of product/process specifications, amendment/product changes through PLM/SCM process
• Assessment of changes for identifying risks; suggest changes for improvement.
• Training of personnel in-house and at labour sourced assembly supplier for test related topics.
• Analysis of deviations related to yield and cost leading to initiation and support in formulating corrective actions with other functions.

A team player with desire for learning and product/process improvement with

• Analysis and problem-solving skills
• Ability to support & initiate, drive process improvement related to quality
• Knowledge of measuring instruments
• knowledge of product assembly/ manufacturing process
• Knowledge of relevant international standards
• Communication and presentation skills,
• Good working knowledge with IT tools (excel, PowerPoint, etc.)