TECHNO-PRODUCTION ENGINEER-Automobile Gasket Solutions

Production & Process Engineering

•         Set up and manage production of all kinds of graphite and metallic gaskets for automobile applications—including DPF gaskets, graphite exhaust gaskets, engineered gaskets, EGR joints, cylinder head joints, exhaust flange sealing, turbocharger connections, EGR and emission system joints, and manifold joints.

•         Define and control manufacturing parameters: graphite sheet selection, die cutting, stamping, forming, surface treatment, and finishing operations.

•         Ensure consistency in thickness, density, compressibility, recovery, and dimensional tolerances to automotive-grade requirements.

•         Support tooling selection, die design, press setup, and process standardisation for gasket production lines.

•         Manage material specifications for graphite sheets, metal substrates, reinforcement materials, coatings, and adhesives used in automotive gaskets.

Process Optimisation & Continuous Improvement

•         Identify and implement improvements to reduce cycle time, scrap, and rework across graphite gasket and DPF gasket production.

•         Support tooling optimisation, die design feedback, and machining allowance standardisation.

•         Implement best practices for material handling, sheet preparation, cutting, forming, and finishing operations.

•         Drive capacity planning and productivity improvement initiatives as production volumes scale.

•         Troubleshoot production issues including dimensional drift, surface defects, material inconsistency, and assembly fit problems.

Application Engineering & Product Knowledge

•         Evaluate gasket performance based on temperature resistance, pressure rating, compressibility, chemical compatibility, and vibration endurance relevant to automobile applications.

•         Support application mapping for exhaust systems, DPF/emission systems, turbocharger assemblies, engine sealing, and other automotive sub-systems.

•         Build and maintain a product–application knowledge base: map gasket variants (DPF gaskets, graphite exhaust gaskets, engineered gaskets, EGR joints, cylinder head joints, turbocharger gaskets, manifold joints) to vehicle platforms and requirements of customers such as Dinex, Automan, Fischer, Teconnex, Cummins, JCB, and similar manufacturers.

•         Provide technical inputs to Sales on product feasibility, material selection, and application suitability for customer enquiries from the automobile sector.

•         Support go-to-market efforts by translating production capability into commercially relevant product specifications and datasheets for automotive customers.

Testing, Quality & Standards Compliance

•         Support internal and third-party testing including thermal cycling, compression/recovery testing, leak testing, and endurance validation for automotive gaskets.

•         Maintain awareness of and compliance with updated testing standards applicable to automotive gaskets (ASTM, IS, EN, DIN) as per current industry norms.

•         Ensure test reports, material certifications, and quality documentation meet automotive customer and export market expectations.

•         Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for internal defects and customer complaints.

•         Maintain technical documentation, specifications, work instructions, and control plans.

•         Support internal audits, customer audits, and automotive qualification programs.

Cross-Functional & Customer Coordination

•         Work closely with Sales, Production, Quality, and R&D teams for product approvals and issue resolution.

•         Provide technical inputs during customer discussions, trials, and audits with automobile and engine manufacturers such as Dinex, Automan, Fischer, Teconnex, Cummins, JCB, and similar customers.

•         Support new product development, cost reduction, and performance improvement initiatives.

Digital & AI-Enabled Working

•         Use AI tools for test data analysis, documentation drafting, root cause brainstorming, and productivity tracking.

•         Leverage Excel, ERP, and digital dashboards for production reporting and analysis.

•         Continuously upgrade skills in digital manufacturing and AI-based productivity tools.

Technical Qualifications (Must-Have)

•         E xperience in the automobile industry, specifically in gasket manufacturing, exhaust component manufacturing, or automotive sealing products.

•         Strong understanding of graphite and metallic gasket manufacturing: material selection, die cutting, stamping, forming, surface treatment, and quality control.

•         Working knowledge of graphite and metallic gaskets used in automotive systems—DPF gaskets, exhaust gaskets, engineered gaskets, EGR joints, cylinder head joints, turbocharger connections, manifold joints, and exhaust flange sealing.

•         Familiarity with automotive-grade quality expectations, production tolerances, and supplier qualification processes.

•         Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, process specifications, and quality standards relevant to automotive components.

Product & Market Knowledge (Highly Valued)

•          Understanding of automobile gasket applications across vehicle systems: exhaust, DPF/emission, turbocharger, engine sealing.

•         Familiarity with the automotive gasket supply chain and the expectations of customers such as Dinex, Automan, Fischer, Teconnex, Cummins, JCB, or similar automobile and engine manufacturers.

•         Ability to connect product specifications to customer requirements across engine, exhaust, and emission system applications.

•         Awareness of compet

•         itive automotive gasket landscape and industry-standard offerings.

Added Benefit

•         Knowledge of updated testing standards as per industry for automotive gaskets—ASTM, IS, EN, DIN, and relevant ISO test methods. Familiarity with how these standards apply to product qualification, customer approvals, and export documentation.

Education

•         Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automobile, Chemical, Polymer, or Materials Engineering, or equivalent technical background.

Essential Qualities

•          A techno-production thinker—you understand both how automotive gaskets are made and which vehicle systems they serve. You see the connection between the shop floor and the automobile customer.

•         Clear verbal and written communication skills. Ability to explain technical concepts to sales teams and automotive customers.

•         Analytical, detail-oriented, and problem-solving mindset with a focus on root cause and prevention.

•         Comfortable working on the shop floor and in test environments.

•         Comfort with digital tools—Excel, ERP/MRP systems, and basic AI tools for analysis and documentation.

•         The chance to build an automobile gasket manufacturing capability from scratch—graphite and metallic gaskets across DPF, exhaust, EGR, turbocharger, cylinder head, and manifold applications—in a company with a century of sealing expertise now investing in the automotive segment.

•         Exposure to automotive-grade manufacturing, testing, and qualification processes.

•         A technically driven environment where your automobile industry expertise will directly shape a new product line.

•         Competitive compensation aligned with experience and performance.

•         Career growth into process engineering, technical leadership, product management, and automotive business development roles.

Kolkata, West Bengal