Automation Engineer – Mechanical / Electrical

Join a fast‑growing automation team delivering cutting‑edge assembly solutions for the automotive industry. You will design, commission, and sustain advanced manufacturing lines and test systems. What You'll Do Lead industrialization and sustainment of automatic/manual assembly lines and test equipment. Develop and commission End‑of‑Line testing rigs (HV, continuity, IR, leak). Program, troubleshoot, and integrate PLCs (Delta, Mitsubishi, Siemens, Omron). Design, implement, and debug machine‑vision solutions (Keyence, Cognex, Basler). Create jigs, fixtures, gauges, and poka‑yoke to meet quality standards. Prepare and maintain Bill of Process and audit‑ready documentation. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, tooling partners, and suppliers to meet project timelines. What You Need Engineering degree or diploma in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics. Hands‑on experience with robots, PLCs, vision systems, and torquing equipment. Proven track record in special‑purpose machine or assembly line development. Strong PLC programming skills for Delta, Mitsubishi, Siemens, and Omron platforms. Expertise in machine‑vision platforms such as Keyence, Cognex, and Basler. Ability to develop and validate EOL test rigs (HV, continuity, IR, leak). Knowledge of designing jigs, fixtures, gauges, and poka‑yoke systems. Good to Have Experience troubleshooting automated assembly lines. Familiarity with IATF audit requirements. Capability to train and mentor team members. Background in PPAP qualification activities. The Opportunity Aptiv’s Chennai Engineering Center has been delivering end‑to‑end product development for global OEMs since 2001, giving you exposure to cutting‑edge autonomous‑vehicle technology while shaping safer, greener mobility solutions.