Global Head of Manufacturing Engineering

Cintal is a forward-thinking global technology company that develops and provides cutting-edge products and services to various industries such as heavy equipment, industrial, defense, agriculture, and medical. With our dedicated team of experienced technical professionals, Cintal aims to add value for its customers by leveraging advanced technologies to reduce product costs, shorten design and development lead times, and accelerate the introduction of high-quality products to the market. LOCATION: Hybrid

India - Chennai or Bangalore or willing to relocate

COMPENSATION . PERFORMANCE INCENTIVE:

Compensation for this role is competitive and will be commensurate with experience, domain expertise, and geographic location.

The compensation package includes:

• Base Salary: Determined based on location, years of experience, and demonstrated P.L leadership.

• Performance-Based Bonus: Significant annual incentive opportunity tied directly to:

• + Revenue growth within the Manufacturing Engineering vertical

+ Gross margin expansion
+ Overall business performance and strategic growth milestones

This role is designed for a business builder. Incentive earnings increase meaningfully with vertical revenue growth and sustained margin performance.

BENEFITS:

Benefits are competitive and vary by country and local market requirements. Comprehensive benefits packages may include:

• Health, dental, and vision coverage (where applicable)

• Retirement contributions

• Paid time off and holidays in accordance with local standards

• Life and disability insurance (location dependent)

• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

• Travel reimbursement and business-related expenses

Specific benefit details will be shared during the interview process based on the candidate’s work location.

JOB DESCRIPTION/TYPICAL TASK BREAKDOWN: We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Global Head of Manufacturing Engineering to lead and scale our Manufacturing Engineering vertical across global markets. This executive-level role will own the complete P.L of the vertical, drive international customer relationships, and lead large, multi-regional engineering delivery teams.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a seasoned manufacturing engineering professional with deep domain expertise and strong commercial acumen.

DUTIES . RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute the global strategy for the Manufacturing Engineering vertical.

• Identify market expansion opportunities across India, EU, and USA.

• Drive innovation in manufacturing processes, digital manufacturing, Industry 4.0, automation, and lean transformation.

• Align vertical objectives with overall company growth and profitability goals.

P.L Ownership

• Own and manage full profit and loss accountability for the vertical.

• Drive revenue growth, margin expansion, and cost optimization.

• Build and manage annual budgets, forecasting, and financial performance tracking.

Global Customer Management

• Build and maintain executive-level relationships with international customers.

• Lead commercial discussions including proposals, pricing strategy, and contract negotiations.

• Ensure customer satisfaction, retention, and long-term partnership development.

Global Delivery . Operations

• Lead large, cross-functional, and geographically distributed teams.

• Ensure high-quality project delivery, on-time execution, and operational efficiency.

• Establish best practices in manufacturing engineering processes and delivery frameworks.

• Drive performance metrics, utilization, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Technical Leadership

• Provide subject matter expertise in:

o Manufacturing process engineering

o Tooling . fixture design

o Production line setup . optimization

o Automation . robotics

o Lean manufacturing . Six Sigma

o FMEA, APQP, PPAP

o Cost reduction and value engineering

Team Leadership . Talent Development

• Build, mentor, and retain high-performing global teams.

• Strengthen leadership bench strength within the vertical.

• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and customer excellence.

Travel

• Domestic and international travel is required to support customers and global teams.

EDUCATION . EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree. in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field

• 15–25 years of experience in one or more of the following industries (mandatory):

o Heavy engineering

o Earth moving equipment

o Automotive

o Industrial equipment

• Leadership Competencies: o Strategic thinker with entrepreneurial mindset

o Strong commercial acumen

o Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

o Ability to operate in a global matrix organization

o High emotional intelligence and cultural awareness

o Proven experience managing large, multi-location engineering teams

o Significant international customer interaction experience

o Demonstrated P.L or revenue responsibility

o Strong executive presence and leadership maturity

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Deep expertise in Manufacturing Process Engineering

• Production line design, setup, balancing, and optimization

• Tooling . fixture design and validation

• Lean Manufacturing implementation (Kaizen, VSM, 5S, TPM)

• Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt preferred or equivalent hands-on experience)

• APQP, PPAP, FMEA methodologies

• Root Cause Analysis (8D, Fishbone, 5 Why)

• Cost reduction / Value Engineering initiatives

• CAPEX planning and manufacturing feasibility studies

• Experience supporting NPI (New Product Introduction) to full-scale production

• Knowledge of global manufacturing standards and compliance

Required Systems . Digital Manufacturing Knowledge

• ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)

• PLM systems (Teamcenter, Windchill, or similar)

• Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

• Working knowledge of CAD tools (Creo, CATIA, SolidWorks, NX, etc.)

• Advanced Excel . data-driven decision making

• KPI dashboards and performance analytics

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Industry 4.0 / Smart Factory implementation experience

• Digital manufacturing simulation tools (Process Simulate, Tecnomatix, Delmia)

• Robotics . automation integration (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, etc.)

• Industrial IoT initiatives

• Additive manufacturing exposure

• Experience with CFD / FEA collaboration in manufacturing readiness

• Advanced data analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau, Python exposure)

• Experience leading global manufacturing transfers

• ESG / sustainable manufacturing initiatives

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.

Cintal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.