Production Engineering Manager

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What we believe in

At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. That's our story. Make it your story.

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will involve Leads a function focused on the optimization of the Production organization's assembly methods, processes, and equipment in cooperation with Production management and Research and Development (R&D).

The work model for the role is: #Li-Onsite.

This role is contributing to the ABB India, Smart Power for Electrification Business in Bangalore Region, India.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Efficiently execute NPD projects in line with gate model, internal procedures, and industry standards to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and with high quality.

• Timely implementation of Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and collaboration with global Agile teams on localization projects, including technical documentation, testing, quality, and safety compliance.

• Manage product costing for new developments, including contribution margin analysis, and support localization strategies for new product introductions.

• Identify and implement cost optimization opportunities through alternative materials, process improvements, and continuous performance monitoring against global and local targets.

• Ensure compliance with product certifications (UL, CE, CCC, CSA, BIS) and uphold ABB values, HSE, integrity, and team development while maintaining audit readiness.

Qualifications for the role:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical & Electronics, Mechanical) with a minimum of 10 years of experience.

• Extensive experience in New Product Development (NPD) along with practical experience in ERP and PLM systems such as SAP and Windchill.

• In-depth knowledge of switchgear products including ACB, MCCB, contactors, switches, and relays.

• Good understanding of manufacturing technologies, production equipment, and tooling processes.

• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage, mentor, and develop effective engineering teams.

• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with 2D/3D CAD systems for design and documentation support.

• Additional certifications such as Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt) and PMP (Project Management Professional).

More about us

ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division's technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division's portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world's largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division's ABB Ability Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

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