Engineer - R&D (Modular Switches)

Role & responsibilities

- DFA/DFM analysis of all parts required to be developed
- Mould/Tool design review
- Vendor development for new products/processes in related field
- CAPEX investment calculation for moulds, tools, fixtures etc
- Bottom-up costing related to modular switch products
- Creating database of suppliers in relevant fields
- Manage maintenance of developed moulds, tools, fixtures
- Creating and managing supplier related documentation like NDA, contracts, PO's etc..
- Developing and managing vendor base for prototyping processes for making quick prototypes
- Capacity planning for number of moulds/tools requirement basis forecast
- Value engineering for existing product improvements
- Data management in Windchill or PLM for Engineering activities

Preferred candidate profile

- Knowledge on designing/manufacturing of Moulds, Press tool, Jigs & Fixture
- Knowledge about, AutoCAD & Creo.
- DFA/DFM analysis.
- Should have knowledge of Tool steel and specifications.
- Knowledge of processes like, moulding, stamping, printing, packaging, assembly, testing, painting, cubic printing etc.
- Complete knowledge of modular switch product range/s
- Handling of multiple vendors (inclusive of tier 1 and tier 2)
- Well- versed with Tool Room machines & its processes.
- Hands on experience on Injection mould maintenance & manufacturing.
- Knowledge of various inspection instruments and methods.
- Plan & implement existing plastic injection mould repairing and modification process.
- Mould/Tool and product costing
- Value engineering principles for cost outs and product improvements.