Work Location: Hyderabad
Organization: Cyient DLM Limited
Industry: Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS)
The Engineering Manager leads the Engineering organization within the EMS division. The role is fully responsible for defining developing and sustaining manufacturing processes for electronic assemblies and large electrical system integrations. The position is accountable for new product introduction (NPI) process Engineering IE and end-to-end product lifecycle managementensuring excellence in quality delivery and cost.
Lead supervise and coach NPI Engineers to ensure consistency in execution and achievement of NPI goals.
Drive performance through defined KRAs/KPIs and conduct performance appraisals to identify strengths weaknesses and development needs.
Work with HR and the Training Department to analyze and implement technical training programs aligned with the sites technology roadmap.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement best practice sharing and technical excellence across the Engineering organization.
Provide hands-on technical guidance for all NPI activities to meet customer requirements and timelines.
Plan and execute Prototype NPI and Pilot builds to meet customer quality and delivery expectations.
Develop document and sustain manufacturing processes for electronic assemblies and large system integrations.
Manage BOMs assess customer specifications and ensure their effective deployment in manufacturing.
Lead the design and implementation of manufacturing processes including SMT Wave Soldering Conformal Coating and Box Build system integration.
Develop necessary tooling documentation and procedures to ensure smooth NPI execution and efficient knowledge transfer to production units.
Demonstrate hands-on experience in Cable Harness manufacturing processes.
Lead mechanical parts development particularly sheet metal components and oversee the assembly of large systems such as LRUs Cabinets Electrical Power Boxes and other integrated products.
Ensure effective utilization of Smart Torque tools and MES systems for process control and traceability.
Apply DFM FMEA Control Plan APQP and FAI methodologies to ensure robust product and process quality.
Review RFQs plan NRE requirements and estimate manufacturing costs to develop competitive proposals.
Collaborate with Business Development and customers to identify technology requirements and align capabilities to business growth strategies.
Engage with external partners and industry bodies to assess new technologies infrastructure and skill sets required for future business opportunities.
Promote Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to drive process excellence and operational efficiency.
Ensure best practices lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives are shared across the NPI and Production teams.
Maintain compliance with customer regulatory and quality management system requirements especially for Aerospace and Defense manufacturing standards.
Education: BE/ in Electrical Electronics or Mechanical Engineering.
Certifications: Six Sigma Green Belt and/or Lean Manufacturing certification preferred.
Experience: Minimum 20 years of experience in Electronic/Electrical Manufacturing particularly in large electrical system integration involving bus bars electrical components and cable harnesses for high-power systems.
Technical Expertise:
o Proven experience in EMS processesBOM management manufacturing process design SMT wave soldering conformal coating and system integration.
o Strong background in mechanical parts development especially sheet metal with powder coating.
o Hands-on exposure to MES systems Smart Torque tools and Box Build assembly.
Industry Exposure: Aerospace and Defense manufacturing experience is an added advantage.
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