MANUFACTURING ENGINEER (JIGS & FIXTURES)

Job description

LNT/ME-/1714841 • DEIC-L&T Precision Engineering & Systems IC • Coimbatore Campus • Posted On 24 Jun 2026 • End Date 21 Dec 2026 • Required Experience 4 - 7 years Skills Knowledge & Posting Location CAM ERP Dimensional Metrology CMM Minimum Qualification Bachelor of Technology (BTech) Job Description POSITION SUMMARY The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for transforming high-precision fixture designs into physical assets with a focus on technical excellence and financial efficiency. This role requires a blend of advanced CNC/CAM expertise and rigorous project management to ensure parts are machined "Right First Time" within the estimated budget and hours. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES 1. CNC / CAM & Process Strategy • High-Precision Programming: Develop 3-axis and 5-axis CNC programs using advanced CAM software, optimizing tool paths for surface finish and accuracy. • Manufacturing Methods: Identify the most efficient manufacturing sequence to ensure dimensions meet customer specifications (±5 to ±10 microns). • Surface Treatment Planning: Calculate and apply precise machining allowances to account for post-processing requirements like Hard Anodizing, ENP, or Heat Treatment. 2. Material Expertise & Development • Metallic Machining: Implement specialized cutting strategies for Stainless Steel (work-hardening prevention) and Aluminium (high-speed machining with superior surface finish). • Non-Metallic & Polymer Development: Lead the machining and development of TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) and other engineering plastics. This includes managing material compression during clamping and selecting razor-sharp tooling to prevent "burring" or melting. • Distortion-Free Machining: Develop specialized workholding and stress-relieving machining sequences to prevent warping in thin-walled components. 3. Production Control & Cost Management • Machining Hour Control: Monitor and control actual machining hours against the pre-defined Estimated Man-Hours. Identify variances and implement corrective actions to prevent cost overruns. • Efficiency Audits: Continuously review CNC cycle times and setup procedures to align shop-floor performance with the commercial estimate. • Assembly Engineering: Lead the physical integration of mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical subsystems, ensuring zero interference during the final build. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS 1. Education & Experience • Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Production Engineering. • Experience: 4–7 years in high-precision CNC machining and toolroom operations. • Domain Expertise: Proven experience in managing "Estimate vs. Actual" machining costs for custom tooling projects. 2. Software & Technical Proficiency • CAM Mastery: Expert proficiency in Mastercam, NX CAM, or PowerMill. • Project Tracking: Familiarity with ERP systems or Excel-based tracking for monitoring machining hours and production milestones. • Metrology: Hands-on experience with CMM, 3D scanning, and high-precision manual gauging. 3. Specialized Knowledge • Material Science: Understanding of the thermal and mechanical properties of Stainless Steel, Aluminium alloys, and the elastic behaviour of TPU during machining. • Tooling Economics: Ability to select cutting tools that balance high-speed removal with long-term cost-efficiency. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs) • Labor Efficiency: Percentage variance between Estimated vs. Actual machining hours (Target: <5% variance). • Quality Rate: Success rate of First Article Inspection (FAI) with zero rework due to machining errors or material distortion. • Material Integrity: Zero part rejections due to improper handling of specialized materials (e.g., melting of TPU or work-hardening of SS). • On-Time Delivery: Adherence to the production schedule for final fixture assembly.