Engineering Manager - Operational Excellence

About the Role

The role leads the EFE OPEX team in Pune, focusing on people and talent development, the team operating model, and OPEX communication and engagement with engineering stakeholders. It drives continuous improvement and light automation of internal EFE processes—such as OPEX governance, PROLaunch enablement, Innovation/DFSS/CI support, internal assessments and knowledge management—using Microsoft platforms (Copilot Studio, Power Automate, Power Apps, Azure) in partnership with Digital/IT. Success is measured by people metrics (engagement scores, development‑plan completion, retention), operational metrics (cadence adherence, intake‑to‑decision cycle time, backlog aging, RACI clarity), communication metrics (readership, stakeholder CSAT, feedback closure), process automation metrics (standardized workflows, reduced manual effort, audit score) and impact‑reporting metrics (KPI dashboard accuracy and executive adoption). People and talent development responsibilities include building a high‑performance, inclusive culture; coaching and mentoring team members on growth plans and specialist/expert tracks; and facilitating competency development in process excellence and digital fluency along defined succession pathways. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or a related field. The position requires extensive experience, technical knowledge, and strong leadership and communication skills as outlined in the qualifications. • Managed projects as a project/program manager

Key Responsibilities

• ▸project management
• ▸process automation
• ▸power platform
• ▸azure
• ▸kpi dashboard
• ▸talent development

What You Bring

• 15+ years leading people, operations, and continuous improvement in engineering environments • Proven experience automating internal processes and managing communication programs • Familiar with digital transformation in engineering contexts • Knowledge of engineering process frameworks such as New Product Introduction, DFSS, and CI • Experience in project/program management, scheduling, and resource planning; Critical Chain PM a plus • Proficient with Microsoft workflow platforms including Copilot Studio, Power Automate, Power Apps, SharePoint, Teams, and Azure • Ability to design KPIs, build dashboards, and steward data • Strong strategic influence and stakeholder management • Coaching, clear communication, and change leadership • Systems thinking, prioritization, and problem‑solving skills • Adaptability and learning agility

Requirements

• ▸power automate
• ▸power apps
• ▸copilot studio
• ▸critical chain
• ▸stakeholder management
• ▸digital transformation

Work Environment

Office Full-Time