Job Description

Senior Lead Engineer

Chennai

We are seeking talented and energetic individuals to join our growing team!

Greatness takes continuous evolution.




That's why we're bringing together relentless problem solvers, proven processes, and audacious thinkers. We are driving to become one unrivaled force in automation - pushing what's possible for ourselves and our customers.

One team. Any challenge.





Convergix is a global automation systems integrator that serves diverse end markets. We design, build, test, and integrate custom solutions to automate our customers' operations with a focus on solving unique challenges that others struggle to address. As a team, we are on an improvement journey in pursuit of our vision: to become the ultimate trusted partner to our customers, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge with our passionate people, world renowned processes and diverse experience. If you want to join a team whose mission is to elevate the automation industry, we want to hear from you!

Learn more about us:

https://convergixautomation.com/

The Role

As a Lead Mechanical Engineer at Convergix, you will lead the front?end engineering for BIW automation projects--translating customer specifications into robust concept designs for fixtures, grippers, framing systems, EOAT, and stations (Geo/Respot/Framers). You will own feasibility, layout, and design intent, to allow downstream detailed design engineers to reliably execute.

Key Responsibilities

Interpret

OEM and Tier

?

1 standard

s (e.g., GM GSS, Ford STA, VW, Stellantis) and customer RFQs into functional design concepts. Develop

3D concept layouts

and envelope studies for BIW stations: locating schemes, clamping strategies, gun access, robot reach, and cycle-time assumptions.

Define datum strategies

(3?2?1), clamping sequences, pin/locator strategy, and error?proofing concepts. Conduct

feasibility

: robot reach and interference, weld gun access, maintenance/service access, ergonomics, and operator safety considerations.

Collaborate with Process, Simulation, Controls, and Robotics

to align tooling concepts with throughput, cable routing, utilities, and controls philosophy.

Estimate concept BOM

and provide indicative cost/lead?time assumptions for bid or internal gate reviews.

Present concepts to stakeholders

; refine based on

DFMEA

, risk reviews, and design gates. Handover to

detailed design with clear design intent

(notes, mark?ups, criteria, and standards). Participate in

design reviews or virtual meetings with clients

--especially those in North America--to present solutions and gather feedback.

Guide junior engineers

, share best practices, and explore new automation trends or design techniques. Stay curious --keeping abreast of new automation technologies, robotic systems, or global standards to stay ahead of the curve.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (or related field). 10+ years of hands-on experience in BIW tooling and assembly process and system design Experience working with North American OEMs - General Motors is highly preferred Excellent knowledge of GD&T, manufacturing process, BOM, DFM and DFA High level of proficiency in NX Design, modelling and drawings with KBTD GM Toolkit Proven track record of owning complete project execution from concept to delivery Experience leading design presentations and reviews and buyoff approvals with customers Strong understanding of lean manufacturing concepts and tools Experience collaborating with Process Engineering, Simulation and Robotics team Knowledge in weld gun and long lead equipment buy off process and approval

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required for the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds

What does CONVERGIX Offer You?

Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a very generous compensation and benefits package including:


Annual Floating Medical Insurance Life Insurance Accident Insurance Company-Supported Pension Plan A gift voucher on your birthday Profit Sharing

What does CONVERGIX value?

Our values are our foundational concepts on which we build CONVERGIX; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.

Integrity - Respect, Transparency, Commitment

Excellence - Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication

Passion - Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.





CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.





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