Senior Engineer - Manufacturing Solutions

Kone México; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Global exposure

Learning & development programs

Friendly team & leadership

Lively working environment

Job summary

KONE in Chennai, India seeks a Senior Engineer - Manufacturing Solutions to design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for efficient production and high quality products. You will work with Engineering, Production and Quality teams to meet customer and company requirements.

The role emphasizes leading automation initiatives, line handover, and detailed process documentation such as PFMEA and Control Plans, while driving productivity with Lean and digital manufacturing tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Production / Automobile Engineering.
• 5–8 years experience in Tier 1 Automotive / OEM or related industries.
• Expertise in Automation, Assembly Machines, PLC/HMI, Robotics.
• Good knowledge of AutoCAD and simulation software.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Exposure to ISO, IATF16949, Six Sigma and APQP knowledge.
• MTM & Ergonomics certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, validation, and roll-out of manufacturing processes.
• Drive automation initiatives from concept to line handover.
• Maintain PFMEA, Control Plans and process documentation.
• Lead feasibility studies, line layouts, cycle time optimization.
• Boost factory productivity and efficiency using Lean and digital tools.
• Manage CAPEX and OPEX budgets for process and automation.
• Familiarity with APQP, Pre & Post acceptance processes and MES knowledge.

Skills

Automation

Assembly Machines

PLC/HMI

Robotics

Problem solving

Communication

Six Sigma

APQP knowledge

Ergonomics study

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Production / Automobile Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Simulation software

Job description

Job Title – Senior Engineer - Manufacturing Solutions

Job Location – Chennai, India

Reports to – Senior Manager - Manufacturing Solutions

Purpose of the Role

The Manufacturing Solutions Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure efficient production and high-quality products. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Production & Quality, to develop and improve processes that meet both customer and company requirements.

Are you the One?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Production / Automobile Engineering
• 5 to 8 years of experience at TIER 1 Automotive/ OEM Automotive / Elevator & Escalator Industry and other Equivalent industries
• Expertise in Automation, Assembly Machines, PLC / HMI, Robotics
• Good knowledge in AUTO CAD & other simulation software knowledge
• Strong problem-solving and good communication skills.
• Exposure to ISO, IATF16949, Six Sigma and APQP knowledge.
• Good Presentation skill with logical thinking.
• Certification in MTM & Ergonomics study

What will you be doing?

• Lead development, validation, and roll-out of manufacturing processes as per internal and customer standards.
• Drive automation initiatives from concept design to till line handover for routine management.
• High knowledge in Work Instruction, PFMEA, Control Plans and other process documentation.
• Lead feasibility studies, line layout design, cycle time optimization, and cost-down initiatives.
• Drive the factory productivity & efficiency through Lean and digital manufacturing tools.
• Manage CAPEX and OPEX budgets for process, automation, and maintenance initiatives.
• Familiarity with APQP Process, Pre & Post acceptance processes with document knowledge.
• Knowledge in MES process

What do we offer?

• Career progression and opportunities within a global organization
• Total reward elements that engage and motivate our employees and help us make KONE a great place to work
• Comprehensive learning and development programs covering a wide range of professional skills
• You are surrounded by fun colleagues and a lively working environment within Business Services team and KONE Front Line.
• The best part is all leaders are great and open-minded

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

Read more on https://kone.com/global/en/careers.html At KONE, our purpose is to shape the future of cities. As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, we move two billion people every day, making their journeys safe, convenient, and reliable with smart and sustainable People Flow®. In 2025, KONE had annual sales of EUR 11.2 billion, and at the end of the year over 60,000 employees in close to 70 countries. KONE class B shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. in Finland.