Manufacturing Process Engineer – Machining

The Manufacturing Process Engineer Machined Components is responsible for developing optimizing and sustaining machining and allied manufacturing processes across supply chain.

Process Development & Optimization

Develop document and release machining process plans operation sheets and control plans for new and existing components.

Define cutting parameters (speeds feeds depths of cut) and tooling strategies to optimize cycle time tool life and surface finish

Evaluate and qualify cutting tools inserts fixtures and coolant systems from domestic and global tooling suppliers

Drive OEE improvement and cost-per-piece reduction.

Establish standard operating procedures (SOPs) and visual work instructions in English and Tamil as applicable.

CNC Programming & Tooling

Create and optimize CNC programs using CAM software (Master cam Siemens NX CAM EdgeCAM or equivalent) for turning milling and mill-turn centers.

Establish and maintain tool libraries offset sheets and setup documentation for VMC HMC CNC lathe and SPM platforms.

Support machine operators and setter-operators during first article runs and process qualification.

Manage tooling inventory standards and negotiate tooling and consumable contracts with Coimbatore-based distributors and direct suppliers.

Capital Equipment & Layout

Prepare capital justifications (ROI payback analysis) for new CNC machine tools SPMs and automation cells; liaise with Indian OEM vendors

Lead machine installation geometric accuracy checks machine run-off and capability acceptance.

Support plant-layout improvements and material-flow optimization projects.

Cross-Functional & Customer Support

Provide DFM (Design for Manufacturability) feedback during concept and development phases for OEM and export customers.

Support cost estimating and quoting for machined components in domestic and export supply chains.

Train and mentor ITI / Diploma operators setter-operators and junior engineers on machining best practices and safety.

Interface with customer plants (Chennai Pune NCR and export destinations) on process capability and part qualification.

Bachelors degree (B.E. / B. Tech) in Mechanical Engineering Production Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering from a recognized university

48 years of hands-on experience in a CNC machining / precision engineering manufacturing environment.

Proficiency with CAM software (Master cam NX CAM EdgeCAM or similar) and ability to write / edit G-code.

Strong working knowledge of GD&T

Working knowledge of 2D/3D CAD software (SolidWorks CATIA or AutoCAD).

Fluency in English and Tamil