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 Current 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.
Positive understanding in NPD process & stage-gate methodology
Project management & vendor coordination.
Should be solid 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)

📌 Senior Engineer R&d Kochi
🏢 V-Guard
📍 Kochi