We are looking for a Product Development qualified to lead the design and development of sub-assemblies derived from core components, focused on aftermarket applications. The role involves end-to-end ownership—from concept and engineering design to validation, cost optimization, and lifecycle management.

Job Description

- Product Strategy: Identify opportunities to develop sub-assemblies using existing core components.
- Concept Development: Define product concepts, specifications, and functional requirements.
- Design & Validation: Design and validate sub-assemblies for performance, durability, and cost efficiency.
- Compatibility: Ensure compatibility across multiple platforms and applications.
- Documentation: Prepare engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation.
- Testing: Coordinate prototyping, testing, and validation activities.
- Improvement: Drive improvements based on field feedback and cost targets.
- Collaboration: Work with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales teams.
- Vendor Support: Support vendor development and sourcing decisions.
- Cost Optimization: Drive value engineering and cost optimization initiatives.
- Lifecycle Management: Manage product lifecycle including upgrades and obsolescence.

Technical Knowledge Required

- Strong knowledge of mechanical design,



materials, and manufacturing processes
- Experience with assemblies and sub-assemblies development
- Understanding of validation and quality tools (FMEA, APQP, PPAP)
- Familiarity with CAD tools and engineering documentation

Experience Required

- 4–7 years of experience in the following:
- Product development or design engineering
- Automotive, aftermarket, or industrial product development
- Sub-assembly or modular product development (preferred)

Personal skills

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Cost-conscious mindset with value engineering approach
- Ability to work cross-functionally in fast-paced environments
- Strong ownership and accountability
- Clear communication and documentation skills

Functional skills

- Strong engineering design and validation capability
- Ability to manage product lifecycle effectively
- Cross-functional coordination and execution

Key Interactions

Internal (Key interactions within the organization):

- Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales teams
- Engineering and Product Development teams

External (Key interactions outside the organization):

- Vendors and suppliers for product development and sourcing

📌 Product Development Manager / Engineer – Core Products & Sub-Assemblies (India)
🏢 JK Maini Precision Technology
📍 India