Sr Engineer - Manufacturing (Composites Division)

Sr. Engineer Manufacturing (Composites Division)

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About Krishna Defence

Krishna Defence & Allied Industries Limited is a leading Indian technology company serving defence, security, dairy, and advanced industrial sectors. With more than two decades of experience and a track record of R&D-driven innovation for the Indian Armed Forces and allied industries, Krishna Defence is recognized for excellence in specialized engineering, indigenous product development, and cutting-edge unmanned systems. 

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled Composite Manufacturing Engineer with hands-on experience in FRP, GRP, and advanced composite manufacturing. This position is responsible for overseeing the production of naval-grade composite doors, hatches, and marine components at the Halol facility, ensuring technical excellence, compliance, and productivity. 

Key Responsibilities

• Execute and monitor production of composite doors, hatches, structures and assemblies. 
• Operate and optimize processes including hand lay-up, vacuum infusion, RTM, moulding, curing, and trimming. 
• Ensure precise fiber orientation, resin ratios, curing cycles, lamination schedules, and mould preparation. 
• Interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, lamination schedules, and QAPs to support manufacturing and new part development. 
• Suggest improvements in material selection, process parameters, and production cycle times. 
• Conduct in-process inspections—thickness, weight, bonding, and surface quality—adhering to aerospace and defence standards (CEMILAC/IRS/ DNV/ MIL) will be an added advantage 
• Document quality checks, test reports, and maintain accurate production records. 
• Coordinate with production supervisors, tooling technicians, and QC teams to ensure material, consumables, and tool availability. 
• Track production targets, reject levels, productivity metrics, and improve shopfloor discipline. 
• Promote EHS compliance, PPE usage, resin handling safety, and train technicians on safe composite handling techniques. 

Required Skills & Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech/Diploma in Mechanical, Polymer, Composite, or related engineering discipline. 
• 3–4 years of direct experience in composite product manufacturing (marine, automotive, aerospace, or industrial composites). 
• Sound knowledge of fiberglass, carbon fiber, epoxies/polyester resins, vacuum systems, mould fabrication, and curing. 
• Skill in composite part inspection and interpretation of engineering and manufacturing documentation. 
• Strong problem-solving and coordination skills. 

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with marine/naval-grade composite components and defence sector documentation. 
• Proficiency with adhesives, bonding techniques, and hardware integration. 

Interested?

Send your CV to people@krishnaallied.com or via LinkedIn Easy Apply