Your Contribution

Process Planning & Coordination

Assist in preparing Process plans, schedules, and timelines for new camshaft development.
Coordinate with cross‑functional teams (Design, CNC machining, Grinding, Heat Treatment, Quality, SCM).
Track progress of activities like prototype manufacturing, tool readiness, fixture development, and PPAP documentation

Cost Monitoring & Budget Support

Assist in capturing Process cost elements (tooling cost, machining cost, prototype cost).
Monitor Process expenses and report deviations to senior managers.
Help in preparing cost‑benefit or ROI analyses for new Process.

Support to New Development

Support in feasibility studies for new camshaft profiles and specifications.
Participate in trials (pre‑production runs, machining trials, hardening trials).
Track and document design changes, ECNs, and technical updates from OEMs.

Customer Interaction & Communication

Assist in preparing technical presentations and Process status reports for customers.
Follow up on customer requirements, approvals, prototype delivery schedules.
Maintain communication for drawing revisions, tolerance discussions, and PPAP requirements.

Documentation & Reporting

Maintain updated Process records (APQP documents, timelines, milestones).
Prepare weekly/monthly Process status reports.
Support preparation of PPAP Level 3 documents (Control Plan, PFMEA, Flow Chart, MSA, SPC).

Process & Tooling Coordination

Follow up with tool room for camshaft-specific tooling (cam milling tools, turning fixtures, grinding wheels etc..).
Track readiness of jigs, fixtures, gauges, and inspection tools.
Monitor tooling trials and ensure issues are addressed.

Risk Management

Identify Process development risks (tool delays, supplier issues, machining capability gaps).
Maintain risk logs and follow up with teams on mitigation actions.
Escalate critical risks to the Process Manager early.

Maintain confidentiality in handling pricing and customer-related data.
Coordinate with suppliers for raw materials, forging & Casting suppliers, subcontract operations.
Collaboration with CFT team members.

Your Experience and Qualification

BE (Mech/Auto) degree.
Minimum 5 to 10 years’ experience in Process management role in automotive industry.
Must possess knowledge and experience of handling automotive components made of steel and cast iron.
Having knowledge IATF 16949, drawings, GD&T
Prefer the knowledge and experience of automotive components, like Camshaft, Crankshaft etc….
Preferring the experience of machining process like Shaft Grinding, Turning & Induction hardening.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Process development management, PLM tools effective utilization
Understand the requirements of PPAP, FMEA, Control plan & APQP
Ability to prepare the Budgeting and costing for the Process management
Strong computer skills, including MS office – Tools like, Strong Excel knowledge and data management skill, PPT, SAP.
Strong communication skills: (written and verbal) to effectively convey information to stakeholders and team members. Fluent written and spoken English.
Excellent organizational and time management skills: to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple Processes simultaneously.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Passion to learn new concepts, technologies, and processes.

Our Offering.

We will provide a collaborative environment working on exciting assignments, along with ongoing personal & career development opportunities.

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

After receiving your online application, the interview process will typically be, once your profile will get shortlisted.

#DiversityMatters with our inclusive culture, we welcome applications from all social, religious & ethnical backgrounds, disabilities both mental and physical, identities (gender) and neurodivergent people.

Do you have any questions?
swati.kshirsagar@MAHLE.COM

Senior Engineer - NPD & Project Management

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