Proto Engine Build Engineer

Talent Hired-the Job Store; Krishnagiri District; On-site; INR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Hired-the Job Store is seeking a hands-on technician to build prototype/development engines in Tamil Nadu. You will follow engineering drawings and procedures, ensuring accurate measurements and proper assembly sequences.

Responsibilities include testing, inspection, records maintenance, and collaboration with design, calibration, and quality teams to resolve issues. Prior experience with IC engines and precision tools is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on knowledge of IC engine construction, components and assembly processes.
• Good understanding of engine clearances, cleanliness, torque specifications, fits, tolerances and measurement technique.
• Proficiency in using micrometers, vernier calipers, bore gauges, dial gauges, torque wrenches and other precision tools.
• Strong attention to detail, quality consciousness and ability to follow engineering specifications and build procedures.
• Read and understand complex drawings and ESKs.

Responsibilities

• Build and assemble prototype/development engines as per engineering drawings, specifications and defined procedures.
• Perform accurate Pre/Post test measurement, inspection and verification of engine components and critical assembly parameters.
• Ensure correct component identification, orientation, fitment, torque, clearances and assembly sequence.
• Support engine strip-down, inspection, rework and rebuild during development and validation activities.
• Maintain complete build records, measurement reports, component traceability and engine history.
• Support engineers during prototype testing, failure investigation and teardown analysis.
• Ensure proper use, calibration and maintenance of special tools, torque tools and measuring instruments.
• Coordinate with design, calibration, testing, quality, machining and suppliers to resolve build-related issues.
• Part procurement planning, inventory, traceability and scrapping.
• Strict Adherence to Process and follow 5S/ IATF/EHS/Safety audit requirements

Skills

Engine assembly

Precision measurement

Read drawings

Quality consciousness

Tool proficiency

Tools

Micrometers

Vernier calipers

Bore gauges

Dial gauges

Torque wrenches

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Role purpose

To build prototype / development engines to defined specifications with high accuracy and quality, ensuring correct component selection, measurement, assembly ,documentation and build traceability to support engine development and testing activities.

Key responsibilities

• Build and assemble prototype/development engines as per engineering drawings, specifications and defined procedures
• Perform accurate Pre/Post test measurement, inspection and verification of engine components and critical assembly parameters
• Ensure correct component identification, orientation, fitment, torque, clearances and assembly sequence
• Support engine strip-down, inspection, rework and rebuild during development and validation activities
• Maintain complete build records, measurement reports, component traceability and engine history
• Support engineers during prototype testing, failure investigation and teardown analysis
• Ensure proper use, calibration and maintenance of special tools, torque tools and measuring instruments
• Coordinate with design, calibration, testing, quality, machining and suppliers to resolve build-related issues
• Part procurement planning, inventory, traceability and scrapping
• Strict Adherence to Process and follow 5S/ IATF/EHS/Safety audit requirements

Essential skills

• Strong hands-on knowledge of IC engine construction, components and assembly processes
• Good understanding of engine clearances, cleanliness, torque specifications, fits, tolerances and measurement technique
• Proficiency in using micrometers, vernier calipers, bore gauges, dial gauges, torque wrenches and other precision tools
• Strong attention to detail, quality consciousness and ability to follow engineering specifications and build procedures
• Read and understand complex drawings and ESKs

Preferred experience

• Experience in prototype/development engine building, engine assembly or automotive powertrain development
• Hands-on experience with Diesel, CNG IC engine platforms
• Experience in engine measurement, teardown analysis, failure investigation and prototype rework
• Exposure to engine testing, calibration/development programs and engineering change implementation

Preferred candidate profile