Responsibilities & Key Deliverables Stamping Process Engineering • Develop and improve stamping processes for new product development and design modifications, applying value engineering principles. • Design stamping dies using CATIA (2D/3D), UG NX, AutoCAD and DelCAM, with strong knowledge of die types, materials and elements. • Analyse panel defects, perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve component quality. • Evaluate press suitability based on tonnage, shut height and operating parameters; calculate tonnage considering shear and tensile stress. • Manage RFQs, supplier coordination, procurement, press selection, trials and implementation. • Lead modification and refurbishment of existing dies through scanning, feasibility studies and improvement proposals. • Conduct Die Approval Process (DAP), including static/dynamic buyoffs, die inspections, part location and ejection checks. • Coordinate home-line trials/buyoffs and implement corrective actions for identified concerns. • Prepare and maintain process sheets, control plans, DCP documentation, BOMs in SAP and Equipment Notices (EN). • Manage PPRF soft/hard tooling, PCRN and PDRN, ensuring facility readiness and effective monitoring. • Ensure compliance with TS-16949, APQP, PPAP and PFMEA requirements. • Plan budgets for tooling and press-shop spares and ensure long-term sustainability. • Conduct capacity planning by balancing production requirements with available resources. BIW Process Engineering • Provide technical expertise in BIW manufacturing processes for new product development and design changes. • Design BIW fixtures using CATIA, IDEAS, UG NX 10 and AutoCAD, including 3D surface modelling and assembly principles such as degrees of freedom and 3-2-1 location methodology. • Apply knowledge of fixture elements including screw threads, compression springs, pneumatic circuits and PLC systems. • Develop panel and assembly checking fixtures, including Go/No-Go hole and thread gauges, in accordance with GD&T and IS standards. • Analyse BIW assembly defects, conduct root-cause analysis and implement robust corrective solutions. • Perform weld-gun feasibility studies using 3D modelling to assess accessibility and optimise parameters. • Manage the complete fixture lifecycle, including RFQ, supplier coordination, refurbishment, DAP approval, M1/M2/M3 inspection, buyoff, installation and trial corrections. • Create and maintain process sheets, control plans, BOMs and EN documentation. • Manage budgets and provisioning for tooling and fixture spares to support continuous improvement and long-term Body Shop sustainability. • Conduct capacity planning by integrating demand requirements with available shop-floor capacity. • Apply hands-on expertise in metal/alloy selection, fabrication, assembly and adjustment of dies, jigs, gauges and tools. • Operate conventional and CNC machine tools for production, finishing and maintenance of tooling components. Preferred Industries Manufacturing Education Qualification Education Qualification B.Tech/B.E. General Experience 3-10 yrs. Critical Experience Critical Experience • Demonstrated expertise in stamping process engineering, including new product development, tooling design, and value engineering related to automotive press shop operations. • Proficient use of advanced CAD software such as CATIA (2D/3D), UG NX, and AutoCAD for die and fixture design, coupled with knowledge of DelCAM and other CNC programming tools. • Strong understanding of various die types, their components, materials, and maintenance practices including refurbishment methodologies. • In-depth experience with BIW fixture design and manufacturing, encompassing 3D modelling, pneumatic circuit design, and mechanical assembly principles like degrees of freedom and precision location techniques. • Practical exposure to press selection and optimization, including calculation of tonnage requirements based on material properties and stress factors. • Ability to conduct comprehensive tooling and fixture buyoffs, inspections, and authorizations, ensuring compliance with stringent quality standards and functional specifications. • Familiarity with quality management frameworks such as TS-16949 and processes including APQP, PPAP, and PFMEA, with proven capability to integrate these standards within daily operations. • Experience managing RFQs, budgeting, and procurement processes related to tooling and press shop equipment. • Hands-on machining and tool fabrication skills involving the operation of both conventional and CNC equipment, emphasizing finishing and adjustment techniques to meet precision requirements. • Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with suppliers, cross-functional teams, and production units to achieve strategic objectives. • Capacity planning and resource allocation expertise to balance tooling capabilities with production demands, facilitating continuous improvement and operational excellence. This critical experience underpins a candidate's ability to contribute effectively towards Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd's commitment to automotive manufacturing superiority, delivering quality tooling solutions that support efficient and sustainable production.