Jigs and Tools Engineer

Req ID:[[501587]]

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time Jigs and Tools Engineer in
Coimbatore, TN we’re looking for?
All about you
We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we
don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed
some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Production or Industrial Engineering
• Minimum 7-10 years of Industrial Experience in Manufacturing Engineering / Tooling background preferably in Auto or Railway industry
• Experience in Reading/Preparing Engineering Drawing with GD&T (Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerance)
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools
• Analytical and decision-making skills
• Strong Process orientation and strategic planning capabilities
• Ability to influence, lead change, and work collaboratively as a team player
• Proficiency in English and familiarity with IT tools such as Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of Jigs and Fixture Design/Manufacturing
• Productivity improvement, Project management and Cost saving techniques

Your future role
Take on a new challenge and apply your Manufacturing, Tooling and
Process improvement expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll
work alongside collaborative, innovative, and results-driven
teammates.
You'll play a pivotal role in designing and proposing best in call Tooling for manufacturing processes
ensuring a smooth flow of activities to help manufacturing meet daily objectives. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (Manufacturing, Industrialisation,
Quality, Sourcing, and Supply Chain), manage equipment requirements, and drive continuous improvement initiatives, among other responsibilities. You’ll specifically take care of deploying industrial
strategies to optimize tooling costs and piloting industrialization low cost optimization projects in close collaboration with Central tooling and PME Electrical team.

Reporting: Jigs and Tools Engineer > Manufacturing Engineering Manager > PME Manager > Site PME Head

We’ll look to you for:

• Tender Stage Support

  • Identify tooling requirements and provide cost estimations during project bidding.

• Project Execution & Readiness

  • Ensure timely availability of tools and equipment for new projects (EMFU readiness).
  • Track equipment maturity and readiness milestones.

• Budget & Cost Management

  • Manage tooling and equipment expenses within budget for both new projects and OPEX.
  • Drive cost savings through localization, tool life optimization, and other initiatives.

• Inventory & Tool Crib Strategy

  • Develop and implement inventory strategies to minimize holding costs and avoid production delays.

• Design & Development

  • Design modular workstations, jigs, fixtures, and tools for multi-model production.
  • Implement low-cost automation to improve productivity and quality.

• Procurement & Supplier Engagement

  • Prepare RFI/RFQ documents with cross-functional inputs.
  • Analyze supplier quotations and support business award decisions.
  • Raise purchase requests and coordinate with procurement teams.

• Design Validation & Documentation

  • Conduct design reviews and approvals.
  • Prepare and execute SAT & FAT validation reports.
  • Create SOPs and conduct training for manufacturing teams.

• Standardization & Collaboration

  • Participate in Alstom’s central tooling network.
  • Promote tooling standardization across sites.

  • Deploying APSYS (Alstom Production System) to achieve level 3 maturity

     

• EHS & Ergonomics

  • Perform safety and ergonomics analysis for tools and workstations.
  • Define and implement improvement actions.

• Error-Proofing (Poka Yoke)

  • Implement error-proofing solutions for critical processes using low-cost automation.

Things you’ll enjoy Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career.

You’ll also:
Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines Work with new security standards for rail signalling 

Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
Contribute to innovative projects
Utilise our inclusive and flexible working environment
Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across
functions and countries
Benefit from our investment in your development, through
award-winning learning
Progress towards leadership or specialized roles in
manufacturing engineering
Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that
recognises your performance and potential, plus
comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical,
pension)

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63  countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Job Type:​Experienced​