Role: Process Engineer - Battery Assembly.
Location: Aurangabad.
Reporting to: Lead - Manufacturing Engineering Process
Team name: ME - Assembly
About The Team And The Role
The ME - Assembly team at Ather is responsible for the continuous improvement, maintenance, and optimization of existing battery assembly processes.
This role is for a technical expert for the assembly line, ensuring production runs smoothly, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards while identifying and addressing bottlenecks and efficiency gaps.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze assembly line performance data to address bottlenecks, quality issues, and efficiency gaps.
- Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and cycle times.
- Act as the primary technical contact for the assembly line, providing immediate troubleshooting and support.
- Conduct root cause analysis for assembly defects and equipment malfunctions, implementing effective CAPA.
- Manage the engineering change request (ECR) process, evaluating impacts on assembly processes and tooling.
- Maintain critical manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, and PFMEAs.
- Ensure all processes and products adhere to safety standards, quality requirements, and legal regulations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement process improvements.
Experience And Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or a related field)
- Experience in battery assembly or a similar high-volume manufacturing environment
Must Have Competencies
- Battery assembly process optimization and hands-on production line management.
- Application of quality management systems and tools including IATF 16949, SPC, FMEA, and 8D.
- Interpretation of complex engineering drawings and CAD models for manufacturing applications.
- Root cause analysis and implementation of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) within assembly environments.
Good to Have Competencies
- Virtual manufacturing and digital work instruction creation using Vismockup and MPP planner.
- Design and troubleshooting of battery or vehicle manufacturing Special Purpose Machines (SPMs).
- Implementation of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and structured problem-solving methodologies.
- Utilization of NX and control systems understanding for manufacturing process enhancement.
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.
