The AVP - Project Management will lead end-to-end technical planning, design, execution, and commissioning of magnet manufacturing facilities, with a strong focus on rare-earth permanent magnets (NdFeB / Ferrite / SmCo). The role encompasses preparation of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs), plant design, process engineering, equipment specification, vendor coordination, fabrication oversight, installation, testing, and commissioning.
This role will act as the principal technical authority bridging project management, mechanical engineering, chemical processing, and advanced manufacturing processes to ensure world-class operational standards comparable to leading magnet manufacturers.
Key Responsibilities
1. Technical Project Leadership
Provide strategic technical leadership for magnet manufacturing projects from conceptualization to commissioning.
Drive turnkey execution of magnet plant projects including layout planning, process flow optimization, and capacity planning.
Act as the single-point technical custodian for project feasibility, timelines, and quality benchmarks.
2. DPR & Feasibility Development
Prepare Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) including:
Technical feasibility
Production capacity modeling
Process flow diagrams (PFDs) and P&IDs
CAPEX estimation and ROI analysis
Utilities & infrastructure requirement planning
Develop techno-commercial proposals for stakeholders and investors.
3. Plant Design & Engineering
Lead design of magnet manufacturing plant including:
Raw material processing areas
Powder metallurgy and sintering units
Milling, pressing, sintering, and heat treatment zones
Surface coating and finishing lines
Assembly and magnetization units
Coordinate architectural and civil layouts aligned to process flow efficiency and safety.
4. Process Engineering & Technical Specifications
Define and oversee process design for magnet production stages:
Raw material preparation
Alloy melting and strip casting
Hydrogen decrepitation (HD)
Jet milling & powder classification
Isostatic pressing
Sintering & grain boundary diffusion
Surface treatment & coating processes
Evaluate and onboard global equipment vendors (China, Korea, Japan, Europe).
Prepare RFQs, technical bid evaluations, and final vendor selection.
Ensure compliance with international manufacturing standards and specifications.
6. Fabrication, Installation & Commissioning
Monitor fabrication of plant machinery and process installations.
Lead site execution including machine alignment, calibration, and testing.
Ensure seamless commissioning of production lines and ramp-up operations.
7. Integration of Mechanical & Chemical Processes
Oversee integration of mechanical and chemical engineering aspects across magnet production.
Ensure process stability, yield optimization, and quality consistency.
Implement continuous improvement through process automation and control systems.
8. Quality & Compliance Management
Establish quality protocols aligned to ISO, IATF, and automotive industry requirements.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, hazardous material handling, and environmental standards.
Implement testing protocols for magnetic performance and metallurgical analysis.
9. Project Governance & Reporting
Monitor and report project progress to leadership.
Manage technical risks and mitigation plans.
Ensure timeline adherence and cost control.
Key Deliverables
Comprehensive DPR for magnet manufacturing facility
Complete plant layout and process design documentation
Equipment technical specification and procurement roadmap
Fully commissioned magnet production line
Operational SOPs and technical manuals
Core Competencies
Strong technical expertise in magnet production processes
Advanced project management capability
Deep understanding of mechanical & chemical integration
Vendor negotiation & technical evaluation skills
Risk management & process optimization mindset
Leadership and cross-functional collaboration
Desire Skills:
Qualification:
B. Tech / MTech / PhD in Metallurgy /Mechanical Engineering/ Chemical Engineering/ Materials Science
Experience:
12-18 years of experience in: Magnet manufacturing / Rare earth processing / Advanced materials manufacturing /Plant project execution in heavy engineering or EV component sectors
Desired Experience
Hands-on involvement with:
NdFeB / SmCo / Ferrite magnet production
Powder metallurgy and sintering technologies
Process design and factory setup
Experience with international plant setup projects (Greenfield or Brownfield)
Exposure to practices from Chinese/Korean/Japanese magnet manufacturers or Tier-1 automotive suppliers.