Production Equipment Engineer

Exide Energy Solutions Ltd; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Exide Energy Solutions Limited (EESL) in Bengaluru is seeking an Equipment Engineer for the manufacturing organization to optimize Li-Ion cell production. The role focuses on equipment performance, troubleshooting, and reducing downtime to ensure reliable operations.

You will work with process, control, and manufacturing engineering teams, lead equipment-related improvements, and support field construction and commissioning activities at Devanahalli, Bangalore.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or mechatronics.
• 5+ years in equipment engineering in manufacturing.
• Experience with CAD design for equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure seamless operation of manufacturing equipment for a designated production segment.
• Maximize equipment efficiency and output quality.
• Monitor and enhance production processes to improve efficiency.
• Lead troubleshooting and implement durable equipment solutions.
• Tailor equipment specs to product needs.
• Collaborate with process, control, and manufacturing engineering teams.
• Support field construction and commissioning by manufacturing engineering.
• Oversee projects to optimize production processes and facilities.

Skills

CAD (SolidWorks/Catia)

Equipment engineering

Troubleshooting

Mechanical assembly

Safety & quality focus

Communication

Teamwork

MS Office

Automation systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering/Mechatronics

Tools

SolidWorks

Catia

Job description

Exide Energy Solutions Limited (EESL) is one of the fastest growing companies who has vision to solve social issues regarding energy, environment, resource, etc with producing lithium-ion battery products. Exide Energy Solutions Ltd is setting up India’s first Giga plant to manufacture Lithium Ion Cells in Bengaluru. Exide Energy Solutions Limited is looking for Equipment Engineer in the Manufacturing organisation to achieve company’s goal at the Devanahalli, Bangalore Location.

The purpose of the Equipment Engineer optimizes equipment performance to support efficient, high-quality in Li-Ion cell production. They resolve issues, drive improvements, and minimize downtime, ensuring a reliable and adaptive manufacturing environment.

Job Description:

• Ensure the seamless operation of manufacturing equipment for a designated production segment, including lift assists, jigs, fixtures, trolleys, and more.
• Maximize equipment efficiency and performance to maintain high-quality output standards.
• Continuously monitor and enhance production processes to boost operational effectiveness.
• Lead troubleshooting initiatives and implement sustainable solutions to equipment-related issues.
• Tailor equipment specifications and requirements based on product needs and production demands.
• Work closely with process, control, and manufacturing engineering teams, as well as other support teams, to ensure alignment on production objectives.
• Support the manufacturing engineering team during field construction and commissioning activities.
• Oversee projects aimed at optimizing production processes and facilities.

Mandatory Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Background in a technology-driven industry that uses automated production techniques, such as packaging, filling, automotive, clean room, dry room, or chemical processing.
• At least 5 years of proven experience in Equipment engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in CAD (SolidWorks, Catia preferred) for designing equipment, fixtures, and tooling.
• Skilled in mechanical assembly and fastener selection.
• Experienced in introducing new equipment and processes.
• Exceptional problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Desired Skills:

• Strong grasp of automated systems—robotics, vision systems, conveyors, PLCs, HMIs.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).