Lead- Manufacturing Engineering Process

You’ll be our: Lead - Manufacturing Engineering Process

You’ll be based at: IBC Knowledge Park, Bangalore

You’ll be Aligned with: Head Manufacturing Engineering Process

You’ll be a member of: Manufacturing Engineering - Assembly

What you’ll do at Ather:

• Take the lead on all program-related activities, focusing on key areas like timelines, capex plans, and 4M (Man, Machine, Material, Method) planning.
• Ensure all new product introductions (NPIs) are launched on time and with a "First Time Right" approach.
• Closely work with cross-functional teams (CFTs) to provide updates and represent the ME team's interests.
• Primary liaison between the ME team and other departments, coordinating to resolve issues related to sustenance, cycle time improvements, and proof of concept (PoC).
• Maintain a comprehensive log of all ongoing issues, tracking them from identification to final closure.
• Facilitate program reviews with suppliers for new projects, working alongside the relevant ME team members to ensure alignment and progress.
• Experience with Siemens Teamcenter Visualization to create graphical Sequence of Events (SoE), which is crucial for visualizing and optimizing manufacturing processes.
• Manage virtual and physical builds to validate processes before they go live, catching potential problems early.
• Convert Engineering Bills of Material (EBOM) into Manufacturing Bills of Materials (MBOM), ensuring a seamless transition from design to production.
• Implementing Poka-Yoke to minimize operator errors and enhance quality.
• Strong working knowledge of Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM), which will be integrated into the product development lifecycle from the start.
• Actively participate in the creation of Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), and Control Plans to build robust processes.
• Continuously identify areas for improvement, determine problem resolutions, and implement them to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Identify the necessary equipment, tooling, and material handling facilities for manual processes, ensuring smooth workflow.
• Manage the Change Request (CR) process, evaluating the impact of changes and implementing them effectively to maintain compliance and quality.
• Ensure that all manufacturing processes, equipment, and products comply with relevant safety standards and legal regulations.
• Transfer the knowledge to relevant teams to give them the awareness about discussions and decisions.
• Manage a team of 4-5 people and own the delivery
• Need to find & drive the improvement projects .
  
  

Here’s what we are looking for:

Domain skills:

• Ability to develop & foster strong stakeholder relationships
• Ability to identify potential risks & plan to mitigate them
• Hands on experience in working with multiple CFT
• Experience in project management
• New product development
• Proficiency on DFA
  
  

Tools:

• APQP, Problem solving tools
• Vismockup - Virtual manufacturing
• MPP planner - Digital work instruction
• NX
  
  

What You bring to Ather:

Bachelor degree in engineering in any discipline, 10 to 14 years of working experience in Vehicle Assembly process, experience in project management & experience in Electric Vehicles will be an advantage.

Be You, With Us

The Ather story doesn't write itself - our people do. We believe everyone is equal, but not the same. Diversity is our strength, and building an inclusive and equitable workplace begins with acknowledging and embracing our differences. We are an equal opportunity employer, and our team reflects a wide range of identities, experiences, and perspectives - all united by a shared passion to shape the Ather journey.