Maintenance Engineer - Vehicle Assembly Operations

Maintenance Engineer Function Hero Innovation Cell Pay Band E4 to M2 Role To ensure maximum equipment availability, reliability, and productivity of vehicle assembly operations through effective maintenance management, TPM implementation, automation support, capacity enhancement, and continuous improvement initiatives while achieving PQCDSM objectives. A purpose driven role for you Maintenance Planning & Equipment Reliability Develop and execute preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance strategies for vehicle assembly equipment. Ensure optimum machine availability and line uptime to meet production targets. Monitor and improve MTBF, MTTR, OEE, and equipment reliability. Develop maintenance standards, SOPs, check sheets, and equipment history records. Capacity Planning & Budget Management Executed end to end Greenfield project activities including new machine I&C, trials. Prepare annual maintenance budgets (CAPEX & OPEX) and ensure effective utilization. Support capacity planning and execution in line with business growth requirements. Participate in capital equipment procurement, technical evaluation and commissioning activities. Drive cost reduction through VAVE and maintenance optimization projects. Critical Parts, Spare parts and Inventory Management Automation & Technology Upgradation Coordinate with Automation, Manufacturing Technology Development and Engineering teams to implement automation projects. Support conversion of manual processes into automated systems to improve productivity and quality. Drive implementation of Industry 4.0, predictive maintenance, and digital maintenance initiatives. TPM & Continuous Improvement A Day in the life Lead TPM implementation including Planned Maintenance and support Autonomous Maintenance (JH) activities. Drive Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement projects. Improve Right First Time (RFT), OEE, and productivity through systematic problem solving. Eliminate chronic equipment losses using RCA, 8D, Why-Why Analysis, and FMEA. Technical Support & Vendor Development Provide technical guidance to suppliers and vendors for improving equipment performance. Coordinate with machine manufacturers for upgrades, modifications, and troubleshooting support. Evaluate new technologies and manufacturing techniques for vehicle assembly operations. Safety, Quality & Compliance Ensure compliance with TPM, IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 requirements. Implement LOTO, risk assessment, machine safety, and statutory compliance requirements. Support audit readiness and closure of audit observations. Academic Qualification & Experience Educational Qualification B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Automobile, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering 8–12 Years Technical Skills/Knowledge Vehicle Assembly Systems & Manufacturing Processes Conveyor zed Assembly Systems PLC, HMI, SCADA & Automation Systems Robotics, SPM & Material Handling Systems TPM, OEE, MTBF & MTTR Engineering Drawings & GD&T Interpretation Utilities: DG Sets, Compressor, Cooling Tower, Cranes VAVE & Cost Reduction Root Cause Analysis, 8D & FMEA Lean Manufacturing & Kaizen Behavioural Skills Interpersonal Skills, Learning Attitude, Analytical and Problem Solving skill. What will it be like to work for Hero As the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters for the last 25 years , Hero is where you will get to work with the brightest innovators, passionate about being the best in what they do. You will become a part of India’s proudest legacy, a brand that is celebrated by 130 million Indians and is now taking over the world with its manufacturing superpower. If you are someone who dreams big and goes after their dreams with absolute conviction, Hero is your place to be. At Hero, we are building a cutting-edge future of mobility, pushing frontiers of innovation and aiming for the very best. Choose to be with the best, choose to be your best. About Hero Hero MotoCorp, headquartered in New Delhi, India, is the world's largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters for 25 consecutive years with ~$5 billion revenue. The Company's global footprint spans 52 countries across Asia, Africa, Europe, Central and Latin America with a customer base of over 130 million. The Company operates eight manufacturing facilities - six in India and one each in Colombia and Bangladesh- along with two Research and Development centres: Centre for Innovation and Technology (CIT) in India and Tech Centre Germany (TCG). Hero MotoCorp is driving the transition to electric mobility through VIDA, powered by Hero. Strategic alliances with Harley-Davidson and Zero Motorcycles support the design and development of premium and electric motorcycles, respectively. Further demonstrating its commitment to the EV future, the Company has made strategic investments in two- and three-wheeler EV manufacturers, Ather Energy and Euler Motors. Hero MotoCorp is the only Indian two-wheeler manufacturer listed on the prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability Index (D/SI). Hero MotoCorp's Executive Chairman, Dr. Pawan Munjal, was named to the 2025 TIME100 Climate List of the 100 most influential leaders driving business climate action. Beyond mobility, Hero MotoCorp is a major global promoter of sports, including golf, football, field hockey, and cricket. Hero MotoSports Team Rally is India's flag bearer in global rally racing.