About this role
Responsibilities & Key Deliverables
Automation & Digital Strategy
- Lead full-cycle automation projects for E&E component lines, ensuring scalability and flexibility.
- Design and deploy robotic systems, Industry 4.0, IoT-enabled devices, and sensor-based solutions.
- Integrate PLC, robotics, AI/ML algorithms, and 3D vision systems for predictive quality and process optimization.
- Implement MES, SCADA, and IoT platforms for real-time monitoring, traceability, and analytics.
Process Excellence & Quality
- Apply APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and other quality tools to ensure uncompromising quality.
- Drive Industry 4.0 initiatives including digital twins, predictive maintenance, and smart factory solutions.
- Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO standards, and EHS guidelines.
Supplier Collaboration
- Work closely with Tier 1 & Tier 2 suppliers for automation projects, equipment selection, and process standardization.
- Build and maintain strong industry connections for technology scouting and partnerships.
Machine & Equipment Selection
- Evaluate and select the right machines, robots, and automation equipment for optimal performance and ROI.
- Ensure alignment with process capability, safety, and future scalability.
Competency Center – 6P Framework
- Vertical Pillars: Product, People, Process
- Horizontal Slabs: Performance, Profitability, Partnership
- Core Principles: Process Excellence, Customer Focus, Uncompromising Quality, Agile Adaptability, Synergetic Ecosystem, Digitization
Project & Team Leadership
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and vendor relationships.
- Train and mentor teams on automation, IoT, MES, and quality systems.
Experience
5-8 years
Industry Preferred
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s/Master’s in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering.
General Requirements
- Expertise in industrial automation, robotics, IoT, and MES integration.
- Strong knowledge of AI/ML applications, 3D vision, and sensor technologies.
- Familiarity with automotive electronics assembly processes and quality tools (APQP, PPAP).
- Ability to evaluate and select machines/equipment for automation lines.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Strong industry network for technology partnerships.
Other facts
About Mahindra & Mahindra Limited
A USD 19.4 billion multinational group based in Mumbai, India, Mahindra provides employment opportunities to over 256,000 people across 100 countries. Mahindra operates in the key industries that drive economic growth, enjoying a leadership position in tractors, utility vehicles, information technology, financial services and vacation ownership. In addition, Mahindra enjoys a strong presence in the agribusiness, aerospace, components, consulting services, defence, energy, industrial equipment, logistics, real estate, retail, steel, commercial vehicles and two wheeler industries. The Automotive and Farm Equipment Business is the largest contributor of the Mahindra Group’s revenue. With 30,000+ full time employees spread across 20 locations, Mahindra has a strong presence in India. Further it propels an entire manufacturing ecosystem of 1,200 suppliers and 3,500 dealers, thereby creating direct and indirect employment for over 200,000 individuals.
Our Farm Equipment business is the number 1 tractor company in the world by volume. In addition to our focus on maintaining a leading position in the core tractor mechanization business, we strive to deliver on our aspiration of “Farm Tech Prosperity” thus enabling our customers and our communities to RISE.
Our Automotive business is a full-range mobility player with a presence in almost every segment of the automobile industry. Our product portfolio ranges from world class SUVs, premium luxury UVs, sedans, pick-ups, light, medium and heavy commercial vehicles to three-wheelers. All these cater to a diverse customer base spanning across rural and semi-urban customers. Leveraging our growing dominance, domestic & international market penetration and recent strategic acquisitions, we aim to provide world class exeperience to our customers and team members.
What you'll do
- Lead full-cycle automation projects and design robotic systems for E&E component lines. Manage project timelines, budgets, and vendor relationships while ensuring compliance with quality standards.
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