Manufacturing Technology & Vendor Development Engineer

Job Title: Manufacturing Technology & Vendor Development Engineer

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Job Summary:

Manufacturing Technology & Development Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

🔧 SPM Building & Automation:

• Design, develop, and validate Special Purpose Machines based on custom industrial requirements.
• Collaborate with design and controls teams for system architecture and electrical-mechanical integration.

🏭 Manufacturing Process Engineering:

• Develop, standardize, and optimize manufacturing processes for sheet metal, machining, welding, and assembly.
• Ensure production scalability, quality control, and process stability across various material types.
• Define standard work instructions and implement continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, Poka-yoke, 5S, etc.).

🤝 Vendor Development:

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new vendors for fabricated components, machining, and bought-out parts.
• Ensure vendor compliance with quality, cost, and delivery (QCD) targets.
• Collaborate with SCM and QA teams for regular audits and supplier performance improvement.

⚙️ Material Expertise:

• Recommend appropriate materials for function, cost, and manufacturability.
• Handle processing requirements and challenges related to MS, SS, AL, polymers, and exotic materials like Inconel, Duplex SS, and Titanium.

✅ Quality & Documentation:

• Ensure compliance with ISO/ASME/ASTM standards in both process and vendor deliverables.
• Maintain detailed documentation of processes, test plans, and machine validation protocols.

👥 Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with R&D, sourcing, production, QA, and automation teams.
• Train shop floor teams and vendors on process standards and SPM usage.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Diploma / B.E. / B. Tech / M.E. in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 5+ years experience in:
• Special Purpose Machine design and automation
• Manufacturing process engineering
• Vendor development and sourcing
• Strong knowledge of welding, machining, forming, and assembly operations.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and production simulation tools.
• Good understanding of lean manufacturing, 8D/root cause analysis, and FMEA.

Preferred Industry Background:

• Automotive, aerospace, capital machinery, or industrial automation.

Employment Type: Full-Time