Manufacturing System Deputy Manager

About Tata Electronics

Tata Electronics Private Limited is an emerging company under the Tata Group, specializing in precision component manufacturing. It is establishing India's first AI-driven advanced Semiconductor Foundry producing chips for power management ICs, display drivers, microcontrollers, and high-performance computing logic. These components serve sectors like automotive, computing, data storage, wireless communications, and artificial intelligence.

The Tata Group operates worldwide in over 100 countries, focusing on enhancing quality of life while creating long-term stakeholder value grounded in leadership with trust.

Position Overview

The role requires a senior Manufacturing Systems Engineer to steer the design, development, and continuous enhancement of factory information and automation systems in a cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing setting. The focus is on crafting data-centric tools for equipment management, factory reporting, and automation, improving operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with IT and automation units to outline manufacturing system architecture and data flows.
• Design and deploy real-time factory reporting tools and equipment management dashboards.
• Oversee integration of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) with factory machines, data platforms, and enterprise infrastructures.
• Establish automation needs for new and existing manufacturing processes, translating these into actionable software specifications.
• Lead implementation of automation methods aimed at boosting factory throughput, yield, and equipment use.
• Create acceptance criteria and testing protocols to validate system accuracy and reliability.
• Perform system audits and reviews to ensure standards compliance.
• Coordinate troubleshooting and resolution of system issues with IT, engineering, and equipment teams.
• Serve as a technical bridge between manufacturing, IT, and engineering departments, leading cross-functional projects.
• Deliver training and resources to promote system adoption and mentor junior engineers.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or similar disciplines.
• At least 7 years experience with semiconductor manufacturing systems, MES, or factory automation.
• Proven leadership in managing technical teams and complex system deployments.
• In-depth knowledge of MES platforms such as Camstar, Applied SmartFactory, or Fab300.
• Expertise in equipment integration, data acquisition, and factory control systems.
• Strong coding and scripting skills in languages like Python, SQL, and JavaScript, with database and API familiarity.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Industry 4.0 solutions, digital twins, or manufacturing advanced analytics.
• Understanding of SEMI standards including SECS/GEM and EDA.
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and cloud manufacturing platforms.
• Certifications such as PMP, Agile, or Six Sigma.