PED Engineer

Job Description

Unique Job Role

Tech. PED/NPD - Engineer

Function

Operations

Reporting to

Manager

Business

SS Watch Case plant

Level

L4

Date

Business description

Titan Company Limited – SS Case plant was commissioned in the year 2014 to manufacture high-end stainless steel watch cases in technical collaboration with Seiko Epson Corp, Japan. So far, the unit has delivered 3.5+ million cases. The unit is venturing into making of premium watch cases & solid link bracelets in addition to the exploration of exotic materials which includes Ceramic, BMG & Carbon fibre etc.,

Job Details

The PED engineer is responsible for building the development and production process of watch case and solid link bracelet manufacturing, ensuring they meet both aesthetic and functional requirements. This role involves working closely with design and manufacturing teams, and suppliers to bring innovative watch case concepts to life while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.

External Interfaces

Internal Interfaces

• Vendors

• Technology partners

• Technical consultants

• Machine manufacturers

• Overseas partners

• Production departments

• Service departments

• Safety officer

Job Requirements

Education

B.E / B. Tech Mechanical

Relevant Experience & Language

Fresher or 1-2 Years of exp. in relevant industry

Languages known – Tamil, English

Behavioural Skills

• Effective communication

• Project management

• Time Management

• Drive for outputs

• Accountability

• Networking

• Agility to learn

• Co-creation

• Teamwork

• Eye for detail

• Analytical thinking

• Interpersonal effectiveness

Knowledge

• Engineering Product Design

• Press Tool Design

• Jigs & Fixture Design

• Manufacturing Processes

• Tools & Techniques like Six Sigma, DFMEA, DOE, etc.,

• Mechanical basics (Material Science, Strength of Joint, CAD/CAM, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, etc.)

• Quality control processes and standards

• Reverse Engineering

Role details

Process Contribution

Process Outcome

Performance Measure

A.    New Product Development

1.   Participating in New product concept brief meeting in order to provide the following

a.    Manufacturing feasibility confirmation

b.    Recommending Design Changes in order to meet the product quality & cost

2.    Understanding the process routing & estimate the case cost

3.    New product case delivery commitment to NPD – ISCM

4.    Participating in Engineering product design review

5.    Process clarity to the manufacturing value chain through the production engineering co-ordinators and approving routing

6.    Preparing Stage wise scheduling and follow-up with stake holders

7.    Initiating samples establishment for new capability / component

8.    Approved stage wise samples collection & maintain record for future reference

9.    New product handing over to regular production

·  Manufacturing Feasibility

·  Cost Estimation

·  Process Routing

·  Add-on Samples

·  Delivery Schedule & Commitment

·  Case Approved Sample

·  Bulk Production Clearance

·  CAPA

·  Right first time

·  Meeting Target Cost

·  New Product Delivery Alignment

·  Product Quality

B.    Process Engineering

1.   Analyse existing processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement. Conduct root cause analyses to understand the underlying issues affecting process performance.

2.   Develop and implement solutions to enhance process efficiency, reduce waste, lower costs, and improve product quality. Utilize methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen for process improvement.

3.   Design and conduct experiments and tests to validate new processes or process modifications. Ensure that processes perform as expected and meet all relevant specifications and standards.

4.   Record and analyse test results, documenting findings and making recommendations based on data to refine and finalize processes.

5.   Develop and implement quality control measures to ensure that processes produce consistent and high-quality products.

6.   Develop and execute strategies for scaling up processes from pilot to full production scale. Address challenges related to scaling, such as equipment capacity, material handling, and process consistency.

7.   Offer technical support to manufacturing teams to resolve process-related issues.

·  Process Guide cards at every shop

·  Product development history

·  SOP

·  On-time establishment

·  Product quality

·  No repeated issues

C.    Capability Building

1.   Capturing comprehensive manufacturing capability requirement for case & solid link bracelet

2.   Creating capability building dashboard covering source of establishment, priority, owner & timeline for trial, pilot & bulk production

3.   Anchoring for periodical capability status review

·  Capability Chart

·  Process Guide Card

·  Approved Samples

·  Capability Index

·  Technical feasibility volume

Role details

Process Contribution

Process Outcome

Performance Measure

D.   Compliances and systems

1.    Ensure 5s.

2.    Comply with the Health, Safety and Environmental Policies.

Ensure Safety & 5s Implementation in the shift.

4.    Ensure the on time all monthly MIS reports.

·  Legal Compliance

·  5S

·  MIS

·  Process Adherence

·  5S Score

·  Safety Alerts

E.    People Management

1.    Actively participate in team discussions and projects, supporting team members and contributing to a positive working environment.

2.    Share insights and knowledge gained from ongoing tasks or training sessions, helping to disseminate information within the team.

3.    Demonstrate a willingness to learn from peers and mentors, which helps in building a collaborative and supportive team culture.

4.    Assist in coordinating project tasks, ensuring that team members are aligned with project goals and deadlines.

5.    Address and help resolve minor conflicts or issues within the team, promoting a harmonious working environment.

·  Improvement in the morale of team members

·  Effective utilization of FCM (Functional Competency Mapping)

·  Improving the competency proficiency level.

·  Career progression

Behavioural Skills

• Effective communication

• Project management

• Time Management

• Drive for outputs

• Accountability

• Networking

• Agility to learn

• Co-creation

• Teamwork

• Eye for detail

• Analytical thinking

• Interpersonal effectiveness