Manufacturing Engineer
Exponent EnergyBengaluru, Karnataka, India
Posted December 6, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Exponent simplifies energy for EVs. Co-founded by Arun Vinayak and Sanjay Byalal, Exponent focuses on solving two sides of the energy problem by building the e^pump (charging station) and e^pack (battery pack) which together unlock 15-min rapid charging
Job Description
We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Bengaluru, India. The successful candidate will take ownership of process development, optimization, and support for EV battery module and pack assembly lines. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering and experience in EV battery pack/module manufacturing or high-precision automation.
Requirements
- Support day-to-day manufacturing operations for EV battery module and pack assembly lines
- Own and optimize critical processes such as: Laser welding, Resistance welding, 1K and 2K dispensing, Torque-controlled fastening and screw driving, Cell alignment, stacking and compression, Potting, insulation and sealing operations
- Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical and process-related issues on the line
- Perform root cause analysis using 5-Why, Fish-bone and DOE, and implement CAPA
- Support NPI, pilot builds, engineering trials and validation builds
- Create and maintain SOPs, PFMEA, Control Plans, Work Instructions and process documentation
- Evaluate manufacturability of new designs and provide DFM/DFA feedback to design teams
- Assist in installation, commissioning, FAT/SAT and capability studies of new equipment
- Drive continuous improvement in cycle time, yield, quality and equipment uptime
- Program and optimize industrial robots for: Configure EOAT, safety interlocks, motion paths and cycle time optimization, Troubleshoot and modify PLC logic on Siemens, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi or equivalent platforms, Update HMI, safety logic, interlocks and control sequences, Work with communication protocols such as Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus and OPC-UA
- Contribute to concept design and development of custom automation and fixtures
- Define functional requirements, technical specifications and acceptance criteria
- Collaborate with machine suppliers on design reviews, FAT, SAT, commissioning and ramp-up
- Ensure equipment meets accuracy, repeatability, safety and process capability requirements
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunities for growth and professional development
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance