Role: Module Lead - Manufacturing Engineering Process
Location: IBC Knowledge Park, Bangalore
Reporting Structure: Lead - Manufacturing Engineering Process
Team Name: ME - Assembly
About the Team and the Role:
The Manufacturing Engineering - Assembly team at Ather is responsible for managing the end-to-end scope of manufacturing projects, from initial Proof of Concept (POC) to Start of Production (SOP). This team ensures that new products are brought to market with high quality and technical rigor by integrating assembly feasibility, risk mitigation, and cross-functional expertise.
This role is for a Module Lead-Manufacturing Engineering Process who will serve as the single point of contact for product and program teams, overseeing project timelines, capacity governance, and team bandwidth to ensure successful product launches.
Responsibilities:
- Take the lead on all program-related activities, focusing on key areas like timelines, capex plans, and 4M (Man, Machine, Material, Method) planning.
- Ensure all new product introductions (NPIs) are launched on time and with a First Time Right approach.
- Closely work with cross-functional teams (CFTs) to provide updates and represent the ME team's interests.
- Primary liaison between the ME team and other departments, coordinating to resolve issues related to sustenance, cycle time improvements, and proof of concept (PoC).
- Maintain a comprehensive log of all ongoing issues, tracking them from identification to final closure.
- Facilitate program reviews with suppliers for new projects, working alongside the relevant ME team members to ensure alignment and progress.
- Experience with Siemens Teamcenter Visualization to create graphical Sequence of Events (SoE), which is crucial for visualizing and optimizing manufacturing processes.
- Manage virtual and physical builds to validate processes before they go live, catching potential problems early.
- Convert Engineering Bills of Material (EBOM) into Manufacturing Bills of Materials (MBOM), ensuring a seamless transition from design to production.
- Implementing Poka-Yoke to minimize operator errors and enhance quality.
- Strong working knowledge of Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM), which will be integrated into the product development lifecycle from the start.
- Actively participate in the creation of Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), and Control Plans to build robust processes.
- Continuously identify areas for improvement, determine problem resolutions, and implement them to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Identify the necessary equipment, tooling, and material handling facilities for manual processes, ensuring smooth workflow.
- Manage the Change Request (CR) process, evaluating the impact of changes and implementing them effectively to maintain compliance and quality.
- Ensure that all manufacturing processes, equipment, and products comply with relevant safety standards and legal regulations.
- Transfer the knowledge to relevant teams to give them the awareness about discussions and decisions.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Bachelor degree in engineering in any discipline, 7 to 10 years of working experience in Vehicle Assembly process, experience in project management & experience in Electric Vehicles will be an advantage.
Must Have Competencies:
- Expert technical proficiency in New Product Development (NPD) to lead products from conception through mass production.
- Advanced Project Management skills including the ability to rigorously review Gantt charts and manage overall project scope.
- Comprehensive knowledge of 4M planning (Man, Machine, Method, Material) and capacity planning to ensure operational readiness.
- Expertise in manufacturing quality standards and risk tools, specifically APDS, PPAP understanding, and PFMEA following AIAG manuals.
Good to have Competencies:
- Proficiency in digital tools for project and process management including G Suite, MS Office, JIRA, and Siemens Teamcenter (TC/NX/MPP).
- Functional knowledge of specialized manufacturing equipment, including SPM, bolting technologies, tools, and fixture designs.
- Ability to utilize structured problem-solving tools such as 8D and 7QC tools for defect resolution and process optimization.
- Familiarity with time studies and work content estimation to support cycle time improvements and planning to Takt.
Want to know more
At Ather, we've built India's first intelligent scooter, from scratch. Based on the philosophy of clean design and smart technology, we are transforming the urban commute experience. We are expanding in India, and in the coming years, we look forward to scaling up and launching more products globally. Today, our product offerings include the Ather 450X, 450S, 450 Apex, and Rizta. Beyond the product, we are also setting up an extensive charging network and re-imagining end-to-end ownership experience. To know more, check out our Careers site and our Substack.
Be You, With Us
The Ather story doesn't write itself - our people do. We believe everyone is equal, but not the same. Diversity is our strength, and building an inclusive and equitable workplace begins with acknowledging and embracing our differences. We are an equal opportunity employer, and our team reflects a wide range of identities, experiences, and perspectives - all united by a shared passion to shape the Ather journey.
