Technical Architect - Product Design, DFMA

Experience: 10 to 15 years

Location: Bengaluru, India

Skills: Mechanical Designer, Product Architect, Built-in Ovens, Freestanding Ranges, Micro-Combi Ovens, XTM / Extractor Hobs, system development, module development, validation, testing, compliance, simulation results interpretation, design refinement, assembly quality, Form-Fit-Function (FFF), cost optimization, cross-functional collaboration, Manufacturing, Quality, Testing, Supply Chain, CAD tools, Class-A surfacing, aesthetics, gap & flush control, FFF quality, component development, subsystem development, design reviews, validation support, industrialization support, international design standards, testing standards, UL, IEC, EU regulatory requirements, BIS certification, reliability qualification, sustainable packaging design, transit regulations, transportation test regulations, competitive product benchmarking, DFMA (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly), material selection, thermal performance, safety, durability, regulatory compliance, NX, Catia, Teamcenter, Q-Checker, CeTol, MS Office, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (Gd&T;), Certified Product Design Professional (Cpdp), Certified Gd&T; Professional

Job Summary
The Technical Architect in Product Design plays a crucial role in conceptualizing, designing, and delivering innovative product solutions. This position emphasizes a strategic approach to product architecture and development, ensuring alignment with defined scope, quality standards, and client requirements. The Technical Architect will lead a team to develop sustainable solutions while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge advancement.

Domain/Role
Consumer Appliance / Senior Technical Lead
Experience :- 10–15 years of experience in product development and manufacturing within the consumer appliance domain, specializing as a Mechanical Designer.
- Extensive experience as a Product Architect for Built‑in Ovens, Freestanding Ranges, Micro‑Combi Ovens,



and XTM / Extractor Hobs.
- Proven expertise in system and module development, including design, evaluation, validation, testing, and compliance to global cooking appliance standards.
- Strong ability to interpret simulation results (linear and non‑linear) and iteratively refine designs to meet performance, safety, and reliability targets.
- Skilled in identifying and defining critical design parameters impacting assembly quality, Form‑Fit‑Function (FFF), and cost optimization of cooking products.
- Experience in build-phase evaluation, capturing, analyzing, and resolving Red Card / build‑issue reports in collaboration with cross‑functional teams (Manufacturing, Quality, Testing, Supply Chain).
- Advanced proficiency with CAD tools, including complex Class‑A surfacing, with strong focus on aesthetics, gap & flush control, and overall FFF quality.
- Hands‑on experience in the development of components and subsystems in collaboration with suppliers, including design reviews, validation, and industrialization support.
- Well‑versed in international design and testing standards, including UL, IEC, and EU regulatory requirements for cooking appliances. Working knowledge of BIS certification requirements applicable to cooking appliances for the Indian market.
- Extensive experience in planning, executing, and validating reliability qualification at component, module, and complete product levels.
- Knowledgeable in sustainable packaging design, including compliance with transit and transportation test regulations across different geographic markets.




- Strong background in competitive product benchmarking, with demonstrated ability to propose designs exceeding “Best‑in‑Class” benchmarks for performance, quality, and user experience.
- Comprehensive experience in DFMA (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly) to improve manufacturability, reduce cost, and enhance build quality.
- Expertise in material selection, considering thermal performance, safety, durability, cost, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.

Software expertise
NX, Catia, Teamcenter, Q-Checker, CeTol, MS Office

Education details
B.E/M.Tech Mechanical Engineering

Key Responsibilities
1. Architect And Design Comprehensive Product Solutions By Leading The Team In Applying Best Practices In Product Design, Ensuring Successful Product Delivery And Adherence To Quality Standards.
2. Train And Mentor Team Members In Product Design Methodologies And Tools, Fostering Skill Development To Maintain A Pool Of Proficient Resources While Minimizing Delivery Risks.
3. Drive The Adoption Of Emerging Technologies And Industry Trends Within The Team, Ensuring Solutions Remain Innovative And Compliant With Current Quality Benchmarks And Client Expectations.
4. Collaborate With Stakeholders To Gather Detailed Specifications And Deliver Tailored Solutions That Align With The Specific Domain Needs And Technology Requirements Of The Client Organization.

Skill Requirements
1. Expert Proficiency In Product Design Principles And Methodologies.
2. Solid Understanding Of Design For Manufacturing And Assembly (Dfma) Concepts.
3. In-Depth Knowledge Of Geometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing (Gd&T;) Practices.
4. Familiarity With Industry Standards And Tools Relevant To Product Design And Architecture.

Other Requirements
1. Optional But Valuable Certifications: Certified Product Design Professional (Cpdp), Certified Gd&T; Professional.
2. Familiarity With Relevant Software Tools Such As Cad Systems Is Beneficial.

📌 Technical Architect Product Design, DFMA (Bengaluru)
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