Technical Managers – Advanced Manufacturing, Skill Centre & WorldSkills Centre

Symbiosis Skills & Professional University; Pune District, Pimpri-Chinchwad; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Symbiosis Skills & Professional University seeks experienced Technical Managers to lead advanced manufacturing operations, skill centres, and WorldSkills training centres. You will manage facilities, equipment, labs and teams; develop hands-on training, support product design and manufacturing, and strengthen industry collaboration.

The role emphasizes adoption of Industry 4.0, robotics, CNC, CAD/CAM, and smart manufacturing, with a focus on preparing learners for industry requirements and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering related to manufacturing or automation.
• Postgraduate qualification is advantageous for senior roles.
• Hands-on experience in advanced manufacturing environments is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical operations of manufacturing facilities, skill centres, workshops and laboratories.
• Implement Industry 4.0 technologies, robotics, CNC, CAD/CAM and smart systems.
• Plan and deliver hands-on training for students, faculty, industry professionals and skilled candidates.
• Support product design, development, manufacturing and student projects.

Skills

Advanced Manufacturing

Industry 4.0

Robotics & Robotic Welding

CNC Machining

CAD/CAM

Industrial Automation

Smart Manufacturing

Product Design & Manufacturing

Automobile Technology & EVs

Welding Technology

Workshop & Equipment Management

Production Planning

Quality Control

Safety & Inventory Management

Technical Training

Competency-Based Assessment

Team Management

Industry-Academia Collaboration

Education

B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Mechatronics/Robotics/Automobile/Electrical Engineering/Industrial Automation

Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field (added advantage)

Job description

Technical Managers – Advanced Manufacturing, Skill Centre & WorldSkills Centre

Location: Kiwale/Daravali

Experience: 5-8 Years

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Robotics, Automobile, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, or a related discipline. A postgraduate qualification in a relevant field will be an added advantage.

Job Overview

We are looking for experienced and dynamic Technical Managers to lead advanced manufacturing operations, technical skill development, workshop management, and industry-oriented training initiatives across our Advanced Manufacturing, Skill Centre, and WorldSkills Training Centre facilities.

The selected candidates will be responsible for managing technical infrastructure, advanced manufacturing equipment, workshops, laboratories, and technical teams; developing and delivering hands-on training programs; supporting product design and manufacturing; and strengthening industry-academia collaboration. The roles also involve promoting emerging technologies, improving operational efficiency, and preparing learners for industry requirements and skills competitions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the technical operations of manufacturing facilities, skill centres, workshops, and laboratories, ensuring efficient utilization of infrastructure and equipment.
• Implement and support advanced manufacturing technologies, including Industry 4.0, robotics, robotic welding, CNC machining, CAD/CAM, industrial automation, and smart manufacturing systems.
• Plan and deliver hands-on technical training programs for students, faculty, industry professionals, and skilled candidates.
• Support product design, development, manufacturing, student projects, and industry-oriented practical learning activities.
• Supervise technical staff, workshop technicians, trainers, and skilled trade personnel.
• Oversee equipment maintenance, inventory management, workshop safety, quality control, and operational efficiency.
• Develop competency-based training modules, practical assessments, and industry-aligned skill development programs.
• Coordinate with industry partners, technical experts, equipment suppliers, trainers, and Sector Skill Councils to strengthen training facilities and industry collaboration.
• Support training in automobile technology, electric vehicles (EVs), sustainability, green technologies, welding, and other relevant engineering skill areas, as applicable to the assigned centre.
• Monitor training outcomes, candidate performance, workshop utilization, production activities, and operational budgets.
• For the WorldSkills Centre, identify, train, mentor, and prepare candidates for national and international WorldSkills competitions, ensuring alignment with applicable technical standards and competition requirements.

Key Skills

Advanced Manufacturing | Industry 4.0 | Robotics & Robotic Welding | CNC Machining | CAD/CAM | Industrial Automation | Smart Manufacturing | Product Design & Manufacturing | Automobile Technology & EVs | Welding Technology | Workshop & Equipment Management | Production Planning | Quality Control | Safety & Inventory Management | Technical Training | Competency-Based Assessment | Team Management | Industry-Academia Collaboration

Experience

5-8 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, mechanical or automobile engineering, robotics, industrial automation, workshop management, technical training, or skill development.

Candidates with experience in hands-on training, industry-oriented projects, equipment and facility management, team supervision, and industry collaboration will be preferred.

Mandatory Requirement for the WorldSkills Centre Role

Proven experience in WorldSkills Competitions is essential, preferably in Manufacturing and Engineering skills, including candidate training, technical preparation, skills assessment, or competition operations.

Join us in advancing technical education, strengthening industry-ready skills, and building excellence in manufacturing and engineering.