Process Engineer

Allegis Group; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 525,000 - 675,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free earnings

USD salary

Visa sponsorship

Relocation support

Job summary

Allegis Group seeks a Senior e-Powertrain Process Engineer for a major EV manufacturing launch in Saudi Arabia. You will own and develop automotive powertrain processes, lead equipment commissioning, qualification activities and ramp-up across a high-volume production environment.

You will drive APQP/PPAP, PFMEA and process validation, optimise cycle times and OEE, and mentor production technicians. Fluent English and hands-on engineering leadership are essential for success in this

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechatronics or related Engineering discipline
• Minimum 5 years' experience in high-volume manufacturing environments
• Strong process engineering experience within automotive, powertrain, electronics, electric motors, battery, or related manufacturing sectors
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans and process validation
• Strong knowledge of SPC, DOE, MSA and capability analysis
• Hands-on experience supporting production lines and manufacturing operations
• Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder management skills
• Fluent English communication skills

Responsibilities

• Own and develop manufacturing processes within your designated production area
• Lead equipment commissioning, qualification activities and production readiness
• Drive APQP, PPAP and process validation activities
• Optimise cycle times, line balancing and manufacturing efficiency
• Lead root cause investigations and structured problem-solving activities
• Improve quality, yield, downtime performance and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
• Implement process controls, SPC and traceability systems
• Work closely with suppliers, quality teams and production stakeholders
• Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout ramp-up and full-scale production
• Train and mentor production technicians and operators

Skills

APQP/PPAP

DOE/MSA

SPC/Process control

Manufacturing Excellence

Problem-solving

Stakeholder mgmt

English fluent

Automation experience

EV/powertrain knowledge

Education

Engineering Degree

Tools

PFMEA

Control Plans

MSA

DOE

Job description

Senior e-Powertrain Process Engineer

Location: Saudi Arabia (onsite, approximately 90km north of Jeddah)

Contract: Until the end of 2027 with strong potential for extension

Package: Competitive salary, paid in USD, visa provided, accommodation and additional benefits covered

An Exciting Opportunity to Join a Major EV Manufacturing Launch

We are supporting a global automotive manufacturing programme involving the launch of a state-of-the-art electric drive unit production facility. This is a rare opportunity to play a key role in establishing new manufacturing operations from the ground up, supporting the installation, commissioning, qualification and ramp-up of advanced e-powertrain production lines.

As a Process Engineer, you will be at the forefront of a large-scale electric vehicle manufacturing launch, working within a highly international environment and helping to bring cutting-edge technology into full-scale production.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and develop manufacturing processes within your designated production area
• Lead equipment commissioning, qualification activities and production readiness
• Drive APQP, PPAP and process validation activities
• Optimise cycle times, line balancing and manufacturing efficiency
• Lead root cause investigations and structured problem-solving activities
• Improve quality, yield, downtime performance and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
• Implement process controls, SPC and traceability systems
• Work closely with suppliers, quality teams and production stakeholders
• Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout ramp-up and full-scale production
• Train and mentor production technicians and operators

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechatronics or related Engineering discipline
• Minimum 5 years' experience in high-volume manufacturing environments
• Strong process engineering experience within automotive, powertrain, electronics, electric motors, battery, or related manufacturing sectors
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans and process validation
• Strong knowledge of SPC, DOE, MSA and capability analysis
• Hands-on experience supporting production lines and manufacturing operations
• Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder management skills
• Fluent English communication skills

Highly Desirable

• Experience in EV, e-motor, inverter, power electronics or e-axle manufacturing
• Greenfield plant launch or large-scale manufacturing ramp-up experience
• IATF 16949 exposure
• Lean Six Sigma certification
• Experience with automation, robotics or advanced manufacturing technologies

What's On Offer?

• Tax-free earnings
• Salary paid in USD
• Accommodation and additional benefits provided
• Visa sponsorship and full relocation support
• Opportunity to work on one of the region's most significant EV manufacturing programmes
• Long-term project running through to the end of 2027 with potential extensions
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and large-scale industrial operations
• International, highly collaborative working environment