TLA Engineer

Tata Electronics Limited; India; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Electronics Private Limited seeks a highly skilled Automation Engineer with strong experience in Special Purpose Machines (SPM) for EMS industries. The role requires expert robot programming (ABB, FANUC, KUKA, EPSON, SODICK, PANASONIC), PLC programming (Mitsubishi, Siemens, Allen Bradley), and MES integration.

Expect PM, RCA, and continuous improvement tasks. The position involves rotational shifts; initial posting in Bangalore (Vemagal) with potential relocation to Jorhat, Assam, offering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics or Automation with 6+ years in automation.
• Experience in designing, installing and servicing SPMs for EMS or semiconductor sectors.
• Strong skills in robot, PLC, vision and MES integration, plus PM and RCA practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop, install, commission and maintain SPMs for assembly and testing.
• Program, troubleshoot and optimize industrial robots (ABB, FANUC, KUKA, EPSON, SODICK, PANASONIC).
• Design, modify and troubleshoot PLC programs (Mitsubishi, Siemens, Allen Bradley).
• Set up and maintain vision systems (Cognex, Jampots) for quality control.
• Integrate automation with MES for traceability and data collection.
• Perform preventive maintenance to maximize uptime.
• Manage spare parts inventory and timely replenishment.
• Execute RCA and implement permanent corrective actions.

Skills

Robot programming

PLC programming

Vision systems

MES integration

Lean manufacturing

Kaizen

RCA analysis

QMS documentation

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in Electrical/ Electronics/ Mechatronics/ Automation

Tools

ABB

FANUC

KUKA

EPSON

SODICK

PANASONIC

Mitsubishi

Siemens

Allen Bradley

Job description

About the Business:

Tata Electronics Private Limited (TEPL) is a greenfield venture of the Tata Group with expertise in manufacturing precision components.

Tata Electronics (a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd.) is building India’s first AI-enabled state-of-the-art Semiconductor Foundry. This facility will produce chips for applications such as power management IC, display drivers, microcontrollers (MCU) and high-performance computing logic, addressing the growing demand in markets such as automotive, computing and data storage, wireless communications and artificial intelligence. Tata Electronics is a subsidiary of the Tata group.

The Tata Group operates in more than 100 countries across six continents, with the mission 'To improve the quality of life of the communities we serve globally, through long term stakeholder value creation based on leadership with Trust.’

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Automation Engineer with experience in Special Purpose Machines (SPM) for the EMS industry. The candidate must have strong expertise in robot programming (ABB, FANUC, KUKA, EPSON, SODICK, PANASONIC), PLC programming (Mitsubishi, Siemens, Allen Bradley), Vision Systems (Cognex, Jampots), and MES integration. The role demands a strong focus on automation solutions, process improvement, preventive maintenance, and root cause analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, install, commission, and maintain Special Purpose Machines (SPM) for assembly and testing operations.
• Program, troubleshoot, and optimize industrial robots including ABB, FANUC, KUKA, EPSON, SODICK, and PANASONIC.
• Design, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs across Mitsubishi, Siemens, and Allen Bradley platforms.
• Setup and maintain Vision Systems (Cognex, Jampots) for quality inspection and process control.
• Integrate automation equipment with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) for traceability and production data collection.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance (PM) activities to ensure maximum equipment uptime.
• Manage spare parts inventory for critical automation equipment and ensure timely replenishment.
• Execute Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement permanent corrective actions for equipment failures and process issues.
• Maintain and create QMS documentation related to equipment (SOPs, PM Checklists, Work Instructions, etc.).
• Drive continuous improvement projects using Lean Manufacturing principles and methodologies (Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping).
• Support production shifts with immediate troubleshooting and technical support.
• Willingness to work in rotational shifts and relocate based on business requirements (initial posting in Vemagal, Bangalore; later relocation to Jorhat, Assam).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or Automation, Robotic Engineering.
• 6 years+ of relevant experience in the automation field, preferably in EMS, semiconductor, or automotive sectors.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Vision Systems: Cognex, Jampots
• MES Integration: System configuration, troubleshooting, and data management
• Maintenance: PM activity execution, spare parts planning, and equipment reliability enhancement
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills using RCA methods (5-Why, Fishbone diagram, etc.)
• Process Improvement: Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools and Kaizen methodologies
• Documentation: Proficient in preparing technical documentation under QMS standards (ISO9001/ISO14001 preferred)
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently and in teams.

Other Requirements

• Willing to work in rotational shifts.
• Willing to relocate between sites (Bangalore and Assam) as per organizational needs.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

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