Senior Manufacturing and System Engineer - EV

Job Title:

Senior Manufacturing & System Engineer – Planning & IED

(Electric Tipper Truck Division – Propel Industries)

Location:

Coimbatore

Experience Required:

5 Years in Vehicle Assembly / Industrial Engineering (preferably EV or Commercial Vehicles)

Job Overview:

Senior Manufacturing & System Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize assembly processes for electric tipper trucks
• Create standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards across the production line
• Design layouts for assembly lines, material movement, and workstations using lean principles
• Drive layout modifications for new model launches and productivity improvements
• Identify jigs, fixtures, and tool requirements; coordinate with purchase & suppliers
• Conduct technical trials and validate equipment for smooth production integration
• Perform time and motion studies (using MODAPTS/MOST or manual stopwatch)
• Define standard time data and eliminate non-value-added activities
• Implement effective line balancing for optimized cycle time and manpower distribution
• Prepare shift-wise and model-wise manpower allocation and balancing reports
• Initiate kaizen projects and drive lean manufacturing improvements
• Contribute to productivity enhancement, space utilization, and ergonomic safety

Qualifications:

• B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical / Automobile / Industrial Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in vehicle assembly, preferably in electric or heavy commercial vehicles
• Proficient in AutoCAD / layout design tools
• Hands-on with time study, work study, lean tools (5S, Kaizen, SMED, Poka-Yoke)

Preferred Skills:

• Exposure to electric vehicle (EV) powertrain integration in assembly lines
• Strong communication and coordination across cross-functional teams (R&D, Purchase, Quality, Production)
• Analytical mindset with a focus on problem-solving and process excellence