Role Overview

Seeking a proactive Mechanical Design Engineer to drive New Product Development (NPD) lifecycle activities for excavator and heavy machinery platforms. This role spans concept-to-production design execution, proto/pilot build coordination, machine packaging, and PLM/ERP documentation while collaborating closely with global and cross-functional engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

- NPD Planning & Execution: Own end-to-end design milestones from initial concept through proto build, pilot run, and serial production release.
- Packaging & Integration: Perform 3D CAD modeling, machinery layout packaging, structural integration, and interference checks for excavator aggregates and sub-assemblies.
- Detailed Engineering Drawings: Prepare production-ready 2D drawings for sheet metal, welded structures, and castings, applying strict GD&T; standards and tolerance stack-up analysis.
- Engineering Documentation & PLM: Manage and release Engineering Change Notices (ECN), Product Information (PI), and technical documentation within Siemens Teamcenter (PLM).
- BOM & ERP Management: Create and maintain Engineering Bills of Materials (eBOM/mBOM) and manage workflow routings in SAP.
- Build Support & Validation: Support proto and pilot builds on the shop floor, troubleshooting fitment, assembly, and manufacturability (DFMA) issues in real time.




- Global & Cross-Functional Interface: Partner with global R&D; counterparts, manufacturing, procurement, and testing teams to ensure seamless project delivery and milestone compliance.

Candidate Profile & Qualifications:

- Education: B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
- Experience: 5 to 7 years in New Product Development (NPD) or mechanical design within the heavy machinery, earthmoving equipment, or automotive/off-highway sector.

- Software Tools:

- CAD: Siemens UG NX (proficient in 3D modeling, assemblies, and drafting).
- PLM: Siemens Teamcenter (design data management, approvals, workflow release).
- ERP: SAP (BOM handling, material master, change management).
- General: MS Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint) for project tracking and management reviews.

- Core Technical Knowledge:

- Solid understanding of excavator architecture, packaging, and aggregate layout.
- Hands-on knowledge of fabrication, welding processes, sheet metal, and casting design.
- Strong foundation in GD&T; (ASME Y14.5) and manufacturing quality checks.

- Professional Competencies:

- Robust analytical thinking and structured problem-solving approach.
- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills for global stakeholder reporting.

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