Job Description

Job Description

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Technical Lead – Design Thinking & Methodology (DTM)

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1. Role Purpose

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The Technical Lead – Design Thinking & Methodology (DTM) will be responsible for planning, delivering, and overseeing the Design Thinking & Methodology training programme at the Centre of Excellence in Design (D-CoE). The role focuses on teaching structured engineering design methodology, mentoring multidisciplinary teams, supervising design projects, and coordinating technical programmes aligned with innovation, product development, and problem-solving.

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The Technical Lead will guide participants through the complete design process, including problem identification, user research, requirement engineering, ideation, concept evaluation, simulation, and final design development while promoting a hands-on, project-based learning environment.

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2. Key Responsibilities

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2.1 Teaching, Training & Curriculum Execution

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Design and deliver structured training modules in Design Thinking and Engineering Design Methodology.

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Deliver lectures on design principles, user-centered design, engineering problem solving, innovation, and product development.

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Conduct hands-on workshops and training programmes in offline, hybrid, and online formats.

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Train participants in structured design tools and methodologies.

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Adapt technical content to suit learners from diverse engineering, design, and multidisciplinary backgrounds.

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Lead project-based learning activities throughout the module.

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2.2 Intern & Project Supervision

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Mentor interns and project teams working on product design, engineering design, and innovation projects.

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2.3 Collaboration & Outreach

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Collaborate with faculty members, programme coordinators,



and technical staff.

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Engage with academic institutions, industry experts, and innovation partners.

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Contribute to outreach programmes, workshops, and capacity-building initiatives.

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Perform any other duties assigned by the organisation.

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3. Required Skills & Competencies

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3.1 Technical Competencies

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Strong understanding of Design Thinking and Engineering Design Methodology.

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Knowledge of Product Design and Product Development processes.

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Experience with user research and generating requirement engineering.

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Familiarity with Generative AI tools for engineering design, ideation, and design documentation.

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Ability to translate complex engineering concepts into engaging learning experiences.

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3.2 Behavioural & Qualified Competencies

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Excellent presentation and communication skills.

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Strong mentoring and facilitation abilities.

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Strong organisational and programme management skills.

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Collaborative mindset with the ability to work in interdisciplinary environments.

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High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative.

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4. Qualifications & Experience

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Master's degree in Product Design, Industrial Design, Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Innovation Design, or related discipline.

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Prior experience in product design, engineering design, design consulting, innovation, or R&D.;

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Experience in teaching, technical training, or mentoring engineering/design students is preferred.

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Experience working in academic, innovation, incubation, or capacity-building environments is desirable.

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Excellent presentation, facilitation, and communication skills.

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5. Application Process

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Interested candidates should submit their resume to: [email protected]

📌 Technical Lead - Design Thinking & Methodology (DTM) (Bengaluru)
🏢 Centre of Excellence in Design, DM, IISc
📍 Bengaluru