Manager – Technical Operations

About the Role

AKVO Atmospheric Water Systems Pvt. Ltd. is looking for a technically capable and hands-on professional to join our Surat team as Manager – Technical Operations.

The candidate will be responsible for supervising technical manpower, ensuring quality and timely execution of mechanical and electrical work, supporting R&D activities, maintaining technical data, and coordinating with vendors for technical procurement and fabrication requirements.

The role requires a combination of technical understanding, shop-floor supervision, quality

consciousness, documentation skills, and vendor coordination capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technician & Technical Work Supervision

Supervise and coordinate the work of mechanical and electrical technicians.

Plan and monitor day-to-day technical activities to ensure timely completion.

Ensure that all work is executed as per approved drawings, specifications, procedures, and, required quality standards.

Coordinate between technicians, engineers, production, and R&D teams for smooth execution.

2. Quality Control & Dispatch

Inspect and verify completed mechanical and electrical work.

Conduct quality checks at different stages of assembly, fabrication, installation, and

Identify workmanship, dimensional, electrical, assembly, and functional issues and ensure their closure.

Perform final technical inspection of machines/sub-assemblies before dispatch.

Maintain inspection and quality records.

3. R&D Assistance

Provide hands-on technical support to the R&D team during development, assembly, testing, modification, and troubleshooting of AWG and other technology platforms.

Assist engineers in prototype fabrication, installation, testing, and performance evaluation.

Support trials, measurements, data collection, and implementation of engineering modifications.

Coordinate with technicians for prototype development and experimental setups.

4. Technical Data & Documentation

Maintain technical records, drawings, BOMs, specifications, test reports, inspection reports, and other engineering documents.

Record and organize machine testing and performance data.

Maintain proper documentation of modifications, component changes, issues, and corrective actions.

Ensure timely availability and traceability of technical information.

5. Vendor Identification, Negotiation & Procurement Support

Identify suitable vendors for mechanical, electrical, fabrication, machining, electronics, and other technical requirements.

Obtain and compare quotations based on technical specifications, quality, delivery timelines, and commercial terms.

Coordinate with vendors for technical feasibility, drawings, samples, fabrication, and development requirements.

Negotiate with vendors on pricing, delivery, quality, and technical requirements.

Coordinate with the procurement team for purchase and delivery of required components and services.

Develop and maintain a database of reliable technical vendors.

Required Skills

Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and components.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical specifications.

Good understanding of fabrication, machining, assembly, wiring, and basic troubleshooting.

Strong hands-on approach to technical problem solving.

Experience in supervising technicians and shop-floor activities.

Good quality-control and inspection skills.

Ability to collect, organize, analyse, and maintain technical data.

Good vendor development, quotation comparison, and negotiation skills.

Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and basic engineering documentation.

Good communication and coordination skills.

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary R&D environment.

Key Attributes

Hands-on and technically oriented

Strong ownership and accountability

Quality conscious

Good at coordinating teams and vendors

Problem-solving mindset

Ability to work independently and manage multiple technical activities

Willingness to work closely with the R&D and engineering teams

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹29,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance

Leave encashment

Ability to commute/relocate:

Surat, Gujarat: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Willingness to travel:

25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Pay: ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid sick time

Work Location: In person