SPM Assembly Engineer

Job Purpose To assemble, fit, align, and support commissioning of Special Purpose Machines (SPM) as per

approved drawings, ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Assembly & Fitting
• Assemble mechanical components of SPMs as per assembly drawings, GA drawings, and BOM
• Perform fitting of linear guides, ball screws, bearings, gearboxes, pneumatic and hydraulic components
• Ensure proper alignment, levelling, and precision fitting of machine elements
• Drawing & Documentation
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, exploded views, and layouts
• Verify parts against drawings and report discrepancies to the design/PM team
• Update assembly checklists and build records
• Pneumatics & Hydraulics
• Assemble pneumatic circuits including cylinders, valves, FRLs, tubing
• Perform leak testing and functional checks
• Basic knowledge of hydraulic systems (if applicable)
• Coordination & Support
• Coordinate with Design, Electrical, Controls, and Quality teams during assembly
• Support trials, dry runs, and commissioning activities
• Attend project review and troubleshooting discussions when required
• Quality & Safety
• Follow assembly standards, torque values, and safety procedures
• Identify and rectify assembly-related issues
• Maintain good housekeeping (5S) at work area
• Installation & Customer Support (if required)
• Support machine installation, alignment, and commissioning at customer site
• Assist in resolving on-site mechanical issues during trials

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of mechanical assembly and fitting
• Experience in SPM / Automation / Machine Tool assembly
• Knowledge of bearings, linear motion systems, gearboxes, pneumatics
• Ability to use measuring instruments: Vernier, Micrometre, Dial Gauge
• Basic understanding of GD&T is an advantage

Soft Skills

• Good teamwork and coordination
• Problem-solving attitude
• Ability to work under project deadlines
• Willingness to travel (if required)

Qualifications

• ITI / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering / Fitter / Machinist/Lathe