Senior Design Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle end-to-end New Product Development (NPD) and existing product improvement activities.
• Develop product concepts, 3D models, assemblies, and detailed engineering drawings using SolidWorks.
• Convert customer requirements, technical specifications, and RFQs into practical engineering designs.
• Prepare and review 3D models, 2D drawings, BOMs, specifications, and design documentation.
• Apply GD&T, DFM, DFA, Design Optimization, and Value Engineering principles.
• Select suitable materials, manufacturing processes, and components based on product requirements, cost, quality, and manufacturability.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, Purchase, Service, and other departments during product development.
• Lead prototype development, assembly trials, testing, validation, and design verification.
• Identify and resolve design, manufacturing, assembly, and technical issues during prototype and production stages.
• Conduct design reviews and implement necessary design modifications based on testing, customer feedback, and production requirements.
• Support cost reduction, design optimization, quality improvement, and process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable engineering standards, safety requirements, customer specifications, and company procedures.
• Coordinate with customers for technical clarification, design requirements, specifications, and project-related discussions.
• Prepare technical inputs, cost estimates, and design-related information for quotations and proposals.
• Maintain accurate drawings, BOMs, revision records, project files, and other engineering documentation.
• Support prototype and production trials and coordinate with Production and Quality teams to resolve design-related issues.
• Guide and support junior design engineers and team members in modelling, drawing preparation, GD&T, and design practices.
• Support ISO documentation, internal/external audits, and compliance related to the Design and Engineering function.
• Monitor assigned project activities, timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure timely completion.
• Identify opportunities for improving product performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure proper design knowledge transfer and documentation throughout the product development lifecycle.

SolidWorks & Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks 3D modelling, assembly design, and 2D engineering drawings.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawing standards.
• Good understanding of materials and manufacturing processes.
• Practical knowledge of machining, fabrication, sheet metal, welding, and assembly.
• Experience in prototype development, testing, validation, and design verification.
• Knowledge of DFM, DFA, Value Engineering, and Design Optimization.
• Ability to perform design modifications and troubleshoot engineering issues.
• Knowledge of engineering standards and product safety requirements.
• Ability to prepare accurate BOMs, specifications, and engineering documentation.

Required Skills

• Strong product design and engineering knowledge.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of manufacturing and production requirements.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities.
• Good project planning and execution skills.
• Strong cross-functional coordination.
• Good customer communication and technical discussion skills.
• Ability to guide junior engineers and work effectively within a design team.
• Good knowledge of quality systems and ISO documentation.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under deadlines and deliver projects within planned timelines.

Preferred Profile

• Experience in R&D, Product Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, or New Product Development.
• Experience in complete product development cycles.

Qualification

• B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant engineering discipline.
• M.E. / M.Tech in Mechanical / Design Engineering is preferred.

Experience

• 6–8 years of relevant experience in Product Design, R&D, Engineering, or New Product Development.
• Strong hands-on experience in SolidWorks and mechanical product design.
• Proven experience in prototype development and taking products from concept to production.
• Experience in guiding junior design engineers and handling design projects independently.