Mechanical Engineering Manager

Job description

**Position: Mechanical Engineering Manager (NPI/NPD)** **Work Location: Hyderabad** **Industry: Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS)** **Position Summary** We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated NPI Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead the industrialization, assembly excellence, reliability engineering, and manufacturing readiness of aerospace-grade motor assemblies and electro-mechanical systems. This is a critical leadership role responsible for driving New Product Introduction (NPI) programs from design transfer through production ramp-up while ensuring compliance with aerospace quality, reliability, and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in precision motor assembly, electro-mechanical system integration, aerospace manufacturing, tooling development, quality systems, supplier development, and cross-functional team leadership. The role requires a hands-on engineering leader capable of solving complex technical challenges, driving operational excellence, and supporting customers and suppliers throughout the product lifecycle. **Key Responsibilities:** **1. Electro mechanical Assembly Expertise** - Lead manufacturing and assembly of high-precision aerospace motors including: - BLDC / AC / DC motors - Servo motors / actuators - High-speed rotating systems - Deep understanding of: - Rotor-stator assembly alignment - Dynamic balancing (G-level accuracy) - Bearing selection, preload, lubrication techniques - Winding processes, insulation systems, varnishing - Address critical parameters: - Runout, concentricity, vibration limits - Thermal expansion & heat dissipation - Noise and performance stability - Ensure compliance with aerospace tolerances and traceability requirements **2. Electro-Mechanical Systems Integration** - Manage full assembly lifecycle of electro-mechanical products, including: - Motors + Controllers + Harnessing + Sensors - Integration challenges: - EMI/EMC considerations - Thermal and structural interactions - Precision fitment of mechanical + electrical interfaces - Validate system-level performance under: - Vibration, shock, thermal cycling - Endurance / life-cycle testing **3. Advanced NPI & Industrialization** - Lead end-to-end aerospace NPI programs: - Design transfer Proto EVT / DVT / PVT Mass production - Drive: - DFM / DFA optimization - Manufacturing readiness reviews (MRR) - Risk mitigation plans (DFMEA / PFMEA) - Establish: - Process flow diagrams, control plans, work instructions - Ensure readiness for: - AS9100 audit compliance - First-time-right production **4. Engineering Drawings & CAD Mastery** - Expert-level capability in CAD drawing reading and interpretation: - GD&T (ASME Y14.5 standard preferred) - Tolerance stack-up analysis - Critical-to-function feature identification - Ability to: - Identify manufacturability risks directly from drawings - Suggest design corrections for assembly feasibility - Work with tools: - Creo / NX / SolidWorks - Drive engineering change management (ECR/ECO) **5. Tools, Jigs & Fixture Development (Critical Skill Area)** - Design and validate: - Assembly fixtures (alignment, press-fit tools) - Coil winding fixtures - Rotor balancing setups - Knowledge of: - Pneumatic / hydraulic tools - Torque control systems - Automated assembly stations - Focus on: - Error-proofing (poka-yoke) - Repeatability & precision - Cycle time reduction **6. FAIR, Quality & Aerospace Compliance** - Lead FAIR (First Article Inspection Report) execution as per AS9102 - Strong exposure to: - AS9100, NADCAP (preferred) - Drive: - APQP, PPAP (adapted for aerospace) - Control of special processes - Perform: - Root cause analysis (8D, Fishbone, 5 Why) - Failure investigations (fractography, wear analysis, misalignment) **7. Supplier Development & Field Problem Resolution** - Extensive travel to supplier and customer locations for: - Process audits - Technical issue resolution - Qualification activities - Manage: - Supplier capability assessments - Critical component validation (laminations, bearings, shafts) - Act as technical leader in: - Customer escalations - On-site troubleshooting of assembly failures **8. Team Leadership & Execution Excellence** - Lead cross-functional teams: - Mechanical / Manufacturing / Quality engineers - Drive: - Performance management - Capability building (technical mentoring) - Establish: - Strong engineering governance - Structured problem-solving culture **Required Qualifications** - B.E / B.Tech / M.E in Mechanical Engineering - 15 to 20 years in: - Aerospace / defense / high-reliability EMS - Motor assembly and electro-mechanical systems - NPI and manufacturing engineering **Critical Technical Competencies** - Aerospace motor assembly fundamentals - GD&T mastery & tolerance stack analysis - FAIR (AS9102), APQP, PPAP - Fixture/tooling design and validation - Failure analysis & reliability engineering - Supplier development and audits - Lean manufacturing & Six Sigma