Engineering Manager

Responsibilities:

1. Engineering Leadership

• Oversee overall engineering activities of machining operations involving turning, milling, VTL, double-column machining, heat treatment, and special processes for nuclear components.
• Ensure precise machining of complex parts like with tight tolerances.
• Optimize CNC programming, tool selection, and work holding solutions for maximum efficiency.
• Expertise in working with nuclear-grade materials including zirconium, titanium, stainless steel, inconel, and exotic alloys.

2. BOM & ERP/SAP Management (MBOM, PBOM)

• Create and manage Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM) and Product Bill of Materials (PBOM) in ERP/SAP systems.
• Develop and maintain engineering change control (ECN) workflows for BOM updates and revisions.
• Ensure BOM accuracy, traceability, and alignment between manufacturing and design requirements.

3. Assembly & Testing of Nuclear Components

• Provide guidelines and Lead assembly & testing teams of precision components for nuclear applications, ensuring compliance with regulatory and customer standards.
• Establish test procedures, acceptance criteria, and validation processes for final assemblies.
• Work with Quality & NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) teams to maintain inspection and certification workflows.

4. Drawing Interpretation & CAD Model Creation/Editing

• Proficient in reading and interpreting detailed engineering drawings, GD&T specifications, and ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Utilize CAD tools for model creation, modifications, and manufacturing feasibility analysis.
• Coordinate with design and production teams for DFM (Design for Manufacturing) & DFA (Design for Assembly) improvements.

5. Process & Routings Development for Complex Parts

• Define manufacturing processes, work instructions, and routings for intricate components used in nuclear energy systems.
• Develop and document process specifications, inspection standards, and machining parameters.
• Implement Industry 4.0 & digital manufacturing practices for improved efficiency.

6. Configuration Management & Engineering Change Control (ECN)

• Establish robust configuration management (CM) processes to handle design revisions, material changes, and process modifications.
• Manage ECN approval cycles ensuring minimal disruptions in production.

7. Compliance with Nuclear & Aerospace Standards

• Familiarity with global and industry standards including IAEA, ASME Section III, ASTM, RCC-M, ISO 9001, AS9100D, and NADCAP.
• Drive adherence to material traceability regulations, non-destructive testing (NDT), and nuclear safety protocols.
• Work closely with QA/QC teams to enforce compliance with customer specifications.

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• Qualification: Bachelor's/Masters degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
• Experience: 10+ years in machining, manufacturing, BOM management, and nuclear engineering projects.

Technical Skills:

Machining Proficiency – CNC Programming, GD&T, Tool Path Optimization, Heat Treatment. ERP & SAP (MBOM, PBOM Management) – Creating, updating, and optimizing manufacturing BOMs. CAD Tools Expertise – SolidWorks, NX, AutoCAD for design validations & modifications. Assembly & Testing Expertise – Precision nuclear assemblies and leak testing. ECN & Configuration Management – Driving engineering change control & design updates. Material Expertise – Zirconium, Stainless Steel, Inconel, Titanium, Nuclear Alloys. Quality & Specification Standards – IAEA, ASME Section III, ISO, NADCAP, RCC-M.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certifications:

• ASME Section III (Nuclear Component Certification).
• Six Sigma processes (Process Optimization).
• GD&T & Aerospace Standards Training.
• Exposure CAD/CAM Programming is an advantage

Industry Exposure: Experience in nuclear, aerospace, or Defense manufacturing

Key Performance Metrics (KPIs):

• Reduction in manufacturing lead times for nuclear components.
• BOM accuracy in ERP/SAP-driven projects.
• Compliance with nuclear regulatory standards (zero deviations).
• Improved First-Time-Right (FTR) rates in machining & assembly.
• Increase in nuclear project execution efficiency vs. competitor