Proto Shop Lead

RattanIndia Power Limited; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

RattanIndia Power Limited in Gurugram is seeking a Proto Shop Lead to spearhead the prototype shop for electric vehicles, coordinating fabrication, machining and assembly to meet project timelines. You will manage drawings, BOMs, and tooling while mentoring technicians and enforcing safety and quality standards.

The role focuses on driving DFMEA and design changes as prototypes evolve, with emphasis on cost targets and timely delivery of vehicle subsystems.

Qualifications

• Hands-on fabrication, machining, welding and assembly for prototype builds.
• Understanding of mechanical/electrical vehicle sub-systems for EV 2W.
• Strong GD&T knowledge and ability to read engineering drawings and BOMs.

Responsibilities

• Lead proto shop operations to build and assemble prototype vehicles per schedule.
• Oversee fabrication, machining, welding and assembly with quality standards.
• Ensure tools, jigs, fixtures, and equipment are available for prototype builds.
• Read engineering drawings, CAD models, and BOMs to guide fabrication.
• Review build sequences to identify issues early and mitigate delays.
• Support DFMEA and P Diagram preparation.
• Benchmark build practices from competitor prototypes.
• Coordinate proto part sourcing and timely delivery with vendors.
• Ensure safety standards and 5S on the Proto Shop floor.
• Supervise technicians and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Fabrication & machining

Vehicle systems knowledge

GD&T & drawings

Tools

3D printing software

MS Excel

PLM tools

Job description

Job Purpose:

A Proto Shop Lead at organisation would be responsible for leading the prototype shop and driving the end-to-end build of vehicle prototypes and sub-system mock-ups for the company's electric vehicles. This role involves planning and coordinating fabrication, machining, and assembly activities, and ensuring prototypes are delivered on schedule and in line with quality, safety, and cost targets of company.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the Proto Shop operations for building and assembling prototype vehicles as per project timelines and specifications in coordination with design, vehicle integration and testing teams.
• Oversee fabrication, machining, welding and assembly activities involved in prototype builds, ensuring quality and workmanship standards.
• Ensure availability of tools, jigs, fixtures and equipment required for prototype builds, and coordinate procurement of proto parts.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and BOMs to guide the proto shop team in accurate part fabrication and assembly.
• Review build sequence and identify part or process related issues early.
• Actively contribute in the preparation of DFMEA, P Diagram.
• Should be able to benchmark competitor vehicles and prototypes to identify build practices, components and design references.
• Coordinate with vendors for proto part sourcing, quality checks and timely delivery.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and 5S practices across the Proto Shop floor.
• Oversee usage and upkeep of machine shop equipment (Vehicle Doc, welding setups, tools, 3D printers, etc.) within the proto shop.
• Troubleshoot build-stage issues and provide quick, practical resolutions to avoid delays.
• Maintain documentation of build records, deviations and issue logs for each prototype.
• Manage inventory of proto parts, consumables and shop resources.
• Support implementation of engineering changes on prototype vehicles as per revised designs.
• Provide technical guidance and supervise technicians/fabricators working in the Proto Shop.

Technical / Desired Skills:

• Hands-on knowledge of fabrication, machining, welding and assembly processes used in prototype builds.
• Understanding of vehicle systems and mechanical/electrical assemblies used in electric 2W.
• Good knowledge of GD&T, engineering drawings and tolerance stack-up for prototype build readiness.

IT/Software skills required:

• Proficiency in 3D Printing slicing software and Manufacturing Codes.
• Working knowledge of MS Office/MS Excel for build planning and tracking.
• Familiarity with PLM tools.