Sr. Manager- Process Engineering & Equipment Maintenance

Tpc Hr Advisory Services; Tirupati; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Tpc Hr Advisory Services in Tirupati invites a Senior Process Engineer to lead process engineering, equipment maintenance, and cross-functional collaboration to drive manufacturing excellence.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, ISO compliance, and cost efficiency, with mentoring of engineers and involvement in NPI. This position is on-site in Tirupati, offering professional growth and exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies.

Qualifications

• Expertise in process engineering and manufacturing equipment maintenance in an EMS environment.
• Knowledge of automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on process optimization.
• Hands-on experience with SPC, PFMEA, and DOE.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP) for engineering functions.
• Excellent leadership, team management and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Leadership in defining and auditing manufacturing processes to meet business objectives.
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust processes; fault-proof operations.
• Manage equipment uptime and preventive maintenance; coordinate upgrades.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and supply chain; support NPI.
• Mentor engineers and build competencies; align with goals and metrics.
• Use data tools to monitor performance and share insights with management.
• Develop process documentation and ensure ISO and industry standard compliance.

Skills

Process engineering

Manufacturing maintenance

Automation & robotics

SPC

PFMEA

DOE

ERP systems (SAP)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Role & responsibilities

• 1. Leadership in Process Engineering
  • To define the process to be followed and ensure adherence through periodic audits
  • Develop, implement, and maintain robust manufacturing processes that align with business objectives.
  • Develop systems to fool-proof operations / avoid defects (e.g. pokeyoke)
• 2. Equipment Maintenance and Management
  • Ensure machine and plant uptime as per organisational / client requirements / standards
  • Supervise and ensure the optimal functioning of manufacturing equipment and machinery.
  • Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
  • Collaborate with suppliers for equipment upgrades, troubleshooting, and new installations.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards for all equipment.
• 3. Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Educating and influencing cross-functional teams on defined process and adherence to the same, as well as quality improvements and productivity enhancements
  • Work closely with production, quality, and supply chain teams to address engineering challenges.
  • Support new product introduction (NPI) through engineering readiness and process validation.
• 4. Training and Team Development
  • Mentor and guide process and equipment engineers to achieve operational excellence.
  • Build engineering competencies through targeted training and skill development programs as per training / development needs of the department
  • Ensure team alignment with organizational goals and performance metrics.
• 5. Data-driven Decision Making
  • Use data analysis tools to monitor process performance and identify areas for improvement.
  • Generate engineering performance reports and share insights with senior management.
• 6. Process Documentation and Compliance
  • Develop and maintain process documentation, including work instructions and engineering change requests.
  • Ensure adherence to ISO and other relevant industry standards in all engineering operations.
• 7. Cost and Efficiency Management
  • Monitor engineering budgets and implement cost-saving measures.
  • Identify and eliminate non-value-added activities in process workflows.

Preferred candidate profile

• Expertise in process engineering and manufacturing equipment maintenance in an EMS environment.
• Knowledge of automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on process optimization.
• Hands-on experience with SPC (Statistical Process Control), PFMEA, and DOE (Design of Experiments).
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP) for engineering functions.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal communication skills.