PDI Field Engineer

About The Role We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Field Engineer to support daily Pre-Dispatch Inspection (PDI), quality checks, and field-level technical activities for our Battery Swapping Station Project across the Delhi-NCR region .

This is a predominantly field-based role requiring frequent visits to vendor locations, fabrication facilities, installation sites, and project locations.

The ideal candidate should have hands-on knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes, mechanical assemblies, quality inspection procedures, and technical documentation. The candidate must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with evolving product designs and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Pre-Dispatch Inspection (PDI) & Quality Assurance

• Conduct daily PDI activities for battery swapping station components and assemblies.

• Inspect fabricated and assembled components against approved engineering drawings, technical specifications, and quality standards.

• Identify manufacturing defects, dimensional deviations, finishing issues, and assembly-related non-conformities.

• Verify product quality, functionality, workmanship, and readiness before dispatch.

• Prepare PDI reports, inspection checklists, and quality documentation.

• Coordinate with internal teams and vendors to ensure timely closure of inspection observations.

• Sheet Metal Fabrication & Mechanical Inspection

• Inspect sheet metal fabrication processes, including:

• Laser cutting and dimensional accuracy

• Sheet metal bending and forming

• Welding quality and structural integrity

• Mechanical assembly and component fitment

• Powder coating, surface finishing, and visual quality

• Verify fabricated components against engineering drawings, tolerances, and specifications.

• Identify manufacturing defects and recommend corrective actions.

• Coordinate with fabrication vendors to resolve quality concerns.

• Field Operations & Project Coordination

• Travel extensively across Delhi-NCR for daily inspections and project-related field activities.

• Coordinate with vendors, manufacturing partners, and internal project teams.

• Support on-site quality checks, mechanical inspections, and issue resolution at battery swapping station locations.

• Track inspection schedules, report issues, and ensure timely project execution.

• Provide field-level feedback to engineering and product development teams for continuous product improvement.

• Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate PDI reports, inspection records, photographs, checklists, and non-conformance reports (NCRs).

• Ensure proper documentation in accordance with company guidelines and quality procedures.

• Maintain daily inspection status reports and communicate pending observations.

• Track corrective and preventive actions and verify closure of identified defects.

• Ensure proper traceability of inspection findings and approvals.

• Continuous Improvement & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Adapt to frequent product modifications, engineering changes, and evolving project requirements.

• Work closely with Quality, Production, Design, Engineering, and Project Execution teams.

• Recommend improvements in fabrication quality, inspection methods, and operational efficiency.

• Support root cause analysis and corrective action implementation for recurring quality issues.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes, including laser cutting, bending, welding, assembly, and powder coating.
• Practical experience in PDI, quality inspection, mechanical assembly inspection, or manufacturing quality control.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Familiarity with measuring instruments such as Vernier calipers, micrometers, measuring tapes, and gauges.
• Knowledge of quality inspection methods, defect identification, and non-conformance reporting.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Google Sheets, and basic reporting tools.
• Strong attention to detail and systematic documentation skills.
• Good communication, problem-solving, and vendor coordination abilities.
• Ability to independently manage daily field inspections and reporting.
• Flexibility to adapt to an agile work environment and continuous product evolution.

Educational Qualifications

• Diploma / B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Preferred Experience: 2–5 years in field quality inspection, PDI, sheet metal fabrication, mechanical manufacturing, or related industries.
• Experience in EV infrastructure, battery swapping stations, electrical enclosures, sheet metal cabinets, or industrial equipment manufacturing will be an added advantage.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to travel extensively across Delhi-NCR on a daily basis.
• Comfortable working at vendor facilities, manufacturing units, and project installation sites.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Two-wheeler and valid driving licence preferred for field mobility.
• Willingness to accommodate urgent inspections and changing project priorities.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Completion of daily PDI activities as per project schedules.
• Accuracy and completeness of inspection reports.
• Timely identification and closure of quality deviations.
• Reduction in recurring fabrication and assembly defects.
• Adherence to company quality standards and documentation procedures.
• Effective coordination with vendors and internal stakeholders.