Technical Engineer

About JIKO InternationalJIKO International is an engineering-led industrial sourcing and import-localisation company focused on developing Indian manufacturing alternatives for imported and difficult-to-source industrial components.

We work across multiple industrial sectors and coordinate with specialist manufacturing partners to develop customised components, materials and industrial products based on customer drawings, samples and technical requirements.

Role: Technical Sourcing & Supplier Development EngineerLocation: Delhi NCR

Experience: 2–5 years preferred

Employment Type: Full-time

Role ObjectiveTo understand industrial products technically, identify suitable Indian manufacturers, evaluate their manufacturing capabilities and develop reliable suppliers for customised and difficult-to-source products.

Key Responsibilities1. Technical Understanding

• Study engineering drawings, product photographs, samples, datasheets and technical specifications.
• Understand materials, dimensions, tolerances, manufacturing processes and application requirements.
• Research unfamiliar products and determine how they are manufactured.
• Identify suitable manufacturing processes, such as CNC machining, casting, fabrication, moulding, extrusion, rubber processing and coating.

2. Supplier Identification

• Research and identify Indian manufacturers capable of producing the required products.
• Use industrial directories, manufacturer websites, trade portals, industry networks and other relevant sources.
• Contact manufacturers to understand their capabilities, equipment, materials, certifications and experience.
• Find alternative manufacturers for imported or difficult-to-source components.

3. Technical Supplier Evaluation

• Assess whether a supplier can manufacture the product according to the required specifications.
• Verify manufacturing capabilities, quality systems, testing facilities and relevant experience.
• Obtain quotations, technical information, samples and supporting documents.
• Compare suppliers based on technical suitability, quality, cost, lead time and scalability.

4. Product Development and Localisation

• Coordinate with manufacturers to develop products from drawings, samples or specifications.
• Support reverse-engineering and identification of technically suitable manufacturing routes.
• Coordinate sample development, inspection, testing and customer qualification.
• Maintain technical records and supplier databases for future requirements.

5. Reporting and Coordination

• Prepare a technical sourcing report for each assigned product.
• Maintain a database of verified manufacturers, capabilities and contact details.
• Coordinate with the founder on technical feasibility, supplier selection and development progress.
• Required SkillsDiploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in technical procurement, vendor development, manufacturing engineering, supplier quality or industrial product development.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings and technical datasheets.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials and industrial components.
• Strong internet research, supplier discovery and technical communication skills.
• Ability to independently investigate unfamiliar products and find potential manufacturing sources.
• Proficiency in Excel and maintaining structured supplier records.

Preferred BackgroundCandidates from the following industries or functions would be particularly suitable:

• Mechanical component manufacturing
• CNC machining, casting and fabrication
• Industrial equipment and machinery
• Automotive components
• Industrial hoses, rubber and polymer products
• Industrial insulation and engineered materials
• Technical procurement and vendor development

Performance ExpectationsThe candidate will be evaluated on:

• Quality and relevance of manufacturers identified.
• Ability to understand technical requirements independently.
• Accuracy of supplier capability assessments.
• Speed of identifying technically viable sourcing options.
• Successful progression from supplier identification to quotations, samples and product development.

Who Should Apply?A technically curious engineer who enjoys solving product-related problems, researching manufacturing processes and finding the right manufacturer for a specific engineering requirement.

This is not a conventional purchase-order processing or sales role. The focus is technical research, manufacturing feasibility and supplier development.