Senior Engineer- R&D

Role & responsibilities

• Product Development & NPD:
• Design and developments of Tanks (pressure vessels), sheet metal and plastic parts.
• 3D & 2D CAD model development/validation and basic FEA.
• Lead the product design and development of Electric Water Heaters.
• End-to-end involvement in New Product Development including feasibility studies, prototyping, validation, and production release.
• Work with VAVE Projects and standardization of Parts and drive the change management plan.
• DFMEA & Risk Management:
• Prepare and execute Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis to identify and mitigate potential risks in product design.
• Use tools like Why-Why Analysis and Fishbone diagrams for RCA of field complaints.
• Project Management:
• Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial design, Manufacturing and SCM) to ensure timely delivery of projects.
• Work with OEM/ODM suppliers, handle RFQ/RFP processes, and review supplier designs.
• Execute Value Engineering and Kaizen initiatives for cost optimization.

Key Skills Required

• Proficient in 3D modelling and 2D drafting, basic FEA understanding.
• Good understanding in NPD process & stage-gate methodology
• Project management & vendor coordination.
• Should be strong in change management process and execution.
• DFMEA, RCA, Why-Why, Fishbone analysis.
• Compliance standards (Safety, BIS, BEE) understanding
• Coordinate with CFT team for multiple projects at same time
• Ready to travel and take responsibility and self-organising
• Support Project managers in achieving the targets

Preferred Tools & Platforms

• SolidWorks Mechanical / 3D CAD SW.
• PLM SW (WindChill)