Focal Lead Manager – Cabinet Integration (Manufacturing)

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Yokogawa award winner for Best Asset Monitoring Technology and Best Digital Twin Technology at the HP Awards is a leading provider of industrial automation test and measurement information systems and industrial services in several industries.

Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition (bio)technology artificial intelligence industrial cybersecurity etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.

About the Team
Our 18000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission to co-innovate tomorrow. We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our return we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect value creation collaboration integrity and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.

Position Summary

The Focal Lead /Manager acts as the central technical and operational authority for all manufacturing activities related to cabinet integration in control system/ fiels instrumentation / Analyzer projects. This role ensures seamless coordination between design production procurement quality and project management teams driving efficiency compliance and innovation in the manufacturing process. The engineer is responsible not only for execution but also for strategic improvement of manufacturing practices to meet evolving industry demands.

Detailed Responsibilities

1. Manufacturing Leadership

• Serve as the single point of contact for cabinet integration activities across multiple projects.
• Plan monitor and control cabinet assembly schedules to align with project milestones.
• Supervise technicians and assembly teams providing hands-on guidance during wiring installation and integration.

2. Technical Authority

• Interpret and validate engineering drawings schematics and BOMs for manufacturing.
• Ensure correct application of electrical standards (IEC UL NEC) and customer-specific requirements.
• Provide technical solutions for design-to-manufacturing challenges including component substitutions and layout optimizations.

3. Quality & Compliance

• Establish and enforce inspection protocols for wiring labeling and cabinet layout.
• Support in Conducting Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
• Lead root cause analysis for defects and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Maintain compliance documentation for audits and certifications.

4. Procurement & Supply Chain Integration

• Collaborate with procurement teams to identify source and secure manufacturing-related components materials and tools.
• Review vendor quotations negotiate contracts and ensure cost-effective sourcing aligned with technical specifications.
• Monitor supplier performance delivery schedules and quality compliance.
• Ensure availability of critical components to avoid production delays and manage inventory levels during ramp-up.
• Provide technical input to procurement for supplier selection and component qualification.

5. Process Optimization

• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives to reduce waste and improve throughput.
• Enforce standardized work instructions and checklists for cabinet assembly.
• Evaluate and implement automation tools.
• Benchmark best practices from industry and integrate them into workflows.

6. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with procurement design and project management teams to align manufacturing deliverables with contractual obligations.

• Support design engineers with feedback for design-for-manufacturing (DFM) improvements.

7. Strategic Contribution

• Participate in technology roadmaps for cabinet integration (e.g. collaborate with global teams for standardization modular designs improvements etc.).
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Contribute to supplier development strategies to strengthen long-term supply chain stability.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Electronics Instrumentation or Mech. Engineering
• Minimum 10-12 years of experience in manufacturing / integration of control system cabinets and instrument racks and enclosures (field instruments & Analyzers).
• Knowledge of PLC/DCS/SCADA architectures and industrial automation standards.
• Knowledge or Proficiency in CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical EPLAN Eldes) and ERP/MRP systems (SAP).
• Conversant on best Quality practices in manufacturing
• Demonstrated experience in procurement supplier management lean manufacturing and continuous improvement projects.

Key Competencies

• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of electrical integration wiring practices and industrial standards. Understanding and experience in instrument racks/ enclosures integration involving tubing piping and connectivity of analyzer components.
• Procurement Acumen: Strong ability to evaluate suppliers negotiate contracts and ensure timely component availability.
• Leadership: Ability to lead cross-functional teams and act as the focal point for decision-making.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with a proactive approach to resolving manufacturing challenges.
• Communication: Clear and effective communication with stakeholders at all levels.
• Innovation: Drive for continuous improvement and adoption of new technologies.

Career Impact

This role positions the Lead/ Manager as a strategic leader in manufacturing operations with influence across design procurement and production. Success in this role directly contributes to customer satisfaction operational excellence and competitive advantage for the organization.

Yokogawa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Yokogawa wants a diverse equitable and inclusive will actively recruit develop and promote people from a variety of backgrounds who differ in terms of experience knowledge thinking styles perspective cultural background and socioeconomic will not discriminate based on race skin color age sex gender identity and expression sexual orientation religion belief political opinion nationality ethnicity place of origin disability family relations or any other circumstances. Yokogawa values differences and enables everyone to belong contribute succeed and demonstrate their full potential.

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