Senior Manufacturing and System Engineer - EV

Job Title: Senior Manufacturing & System Engineer – Planning & IED (Electric Tipper Truck Division – Propel Industries) Location: Coimbatore Experience Required: 5 Years in Vehicle Assembly / Industrial Engineering (preferably EV or Commercial Vehicles) Job Overview: Propel Industries is seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing & System Engineer to support the electric tipper truck division. This role focuses on optimizing vehicle assembly through process planning , facility & layout design , tooling procurement , line balancing , and manpower studies —ensuring efficient, safe, and scalable production of EV tippers. Key Responsibilities: Develop and optimize assembly processes for electric tipper trucks Create standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards across the production line Design layouts for assembly lines, material movement, and workstations using lean principles Drive layout modifications for new model launches and productivity improvements Identify jigs, fixtures, and tool requirements; coordinate with purchase & suppliers Conduct technical trials and validate equipment for smooth production integration Perform time and motion studies (using MODAPTS/MOST or manual stopwatch) Define standard time data and eliminate non-value-added activities Implement effective line balancing for optimized cycle time and manpower distribution Prepare shift-wise and model-wise manpower allocation and balancing reports Initiate kaizen projects and drive lean manufacturing improvements Contribute to productivity enhancement, space utilization, and ergonomic safety Qualifications: B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical / Automobile / Industrial Engineering 5+ years of experience in vehicle assembly, preferably in electric or heavy commercial vehicles Proficient in AutoCAD / layout design tools Hands-on with time study, work study, lean tools (5S, Kaizen, SMED, Poka-Yoke) Preferred Skills: Exposure to electric vehicle (EV) powertrain integration in assembly lines Strong communication and coordination across cross-functional teams (R&D, Purchase, Quality, Production) Analytical mindset with a focus on problem-solving and process excellence