Position: Process Engineering Manager (Machining)
Work Location: Peenya, Bangalore
Job Summary
The Process Engineering Manager (Machining) is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing machining processes in alignment with RFQs and customer requirements. This role ensures efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality manufacturing processes from concept through production launch, with a strong focus on aerospace standards and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze RFQs to develop machining process strategies, including cycle time estimation, tooling selection, and cost optimization.
- Review customer drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications to define manufacturing requirements.
- Prepare detailed
part specifications
, Bill of Materials (BOM)
, and process routing
. - Conduct and document
FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)
to identify and mitigate risks. - Develop, standardize, and release machining processes, work instructions, and technical documentation.
- Collaborate with Execution, Quality, NPD, and Production teams for smooth product development and launch.
- Optimise machining processes for productivity, quality, and cost efficiency.
- Support shop floor troubleshooting and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, and company procedures.
- Evaluate and implement new machining technologies, tools, and methods.
Domain Expertise Required
- Strong understanding of
product lifecycle,
including machining, heat treatment, special processes, assembly, and packaging standards. - Experience in
supplier qualification
, technical assessment, and process validation. - Hands-on experience with aerospace standards such as
AMS, BAC
, and requirements from major OEMs - Ability to create and manage technical documents, including material specifications and approved alternatives.
- Familiarity with customer portals and systems such as
Exostar, HAPS
, etc. - Experience with
CATIA model conversions
, DPD/MDP compliance
, and validation/test requirements.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
- 10-12 years of experience in machining/process engineering (leadership experience preferred).
- Strong expertise in CNC machining, tooling, cutting parameters, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience in BOM creation, routing, and process planning.
- Proficiency in
FMEA, APQP
, and other quality tools. - Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems is an added advantage.
Key Deliverables
- Process design aligned with RFQ and customer requirements
- Accurate and optimised BOM and routing
- Completed and documented FMEA
- Released and approved process documentation
- Measurable improvements in machining efficiency, quality, and cost.
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