Senior Manager (Industrial Engineering)

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and results-driven Plant Process Engineering & Development (PED) Leader to drive manufacturing excellence, industrialization, automation, and digital transformation initiatives. This role will be responsible for developing world-class manufacturing systems, enhancing productivity, optimizing capacity, leading CAPEX projects, and ensuring successful new product introductions while supporting the plant's Industry 4.0 journey.

Key Responsibilities

Industrialization & Manufacturing Excellence

• Lead greenfield and brownfield industrialization projects from concept to implementation.

• Design and optimize manufacturing lines, layouts, and workflows in line with global standards and ergonomic requirements.

• Install, validate, and industrialize new equipment and processes to support product launches.

• Drive process improvements through line balancing, efficiency enhancement, and resource optimization.

• Conduct machine risk assessments and implement corrective actions.

Automation & Digital Transformation

• Lead Industry 4.0 and digitalization initiatives across manufacturing operations.

• Identify and implement automation solutions to improve productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.

• Collaborate with global teams to standardize processes, share best practices, and deploy Yokoten initiatives.

• Support technology development and adoption of advanced manufacturing solutions.

Capacity Planning & Productivity

• Develop capacity heat maps, identify constraints, and proactively eliminate bottlenecks.

• Drive productivity improvement programs and monitor efficiency performance.

• Provide strategic recommendations on capacity expansion and resource utilization.

• Partner with plant leadership to support long-term manufacturing growth plans.

CAPEX & Cost Management

• Manage CAPEX planning, budgeting, estimation, and project execution.

• Ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within approved budgets.

• Drive cost reduction and automation savings initiatives across operations.

• Act as a key advisor on capacity investments and future manufacturing requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Strong expertise in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrialization, Automation, and Process Development.

• Hands-on knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Industry 4.0 technologies.

• Experience in electrical, mechanical, automation systems, and PLC-controlled equipment.

• Proven ability to lead large-scale manufacturing projects and cross-functional teams.

• Strong problem-solving, stakeholder management, and strategic planning capabilities.

• Experience collaborating with global teams and driving standardization initiatives.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics Engineering, or equivalent.

Experience

• 15-18 years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, industrialization, or operations excellence roles.

• Demonstrated success in leading complex projects, managing teams, and delivering measurable business results.

• Experience within large-scale manufacturing environments, preferably supporting OEM or automotive operations.