Req ID 73475 | Hyderabad, India, ZF Passive Safety Systems India Private Limited

Mechanical Design Engineer | Automotive Product Development

Experience

6 to 8 Years

Educational Qualification

- B.E. / B.Tech. / M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering

Required Tools & Software

Design Tools

- CATIA V5
- PTC Windchill
- Creo Viewer / Image Nation Viewer

Productivity Tools

- MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word
- Office 365 Applications (Outlook, Teams, Planner, SharePoint)

Key Skills & Competencies

- Strong hands-on expertise in CATIA V5 including Part Design, Surface Modeling, Assembly Design, Drafting, Structural Analysis, and Kinematic Simulations.
- Solid understanding of GD&T;, drawing interpretation, and engineering drawing standards.
- Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes for sheet metal, castings, forgings, machined components, blow molding, and injection-molded parts.
- Experience in Product Development Lifecycle (PDLC) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM).
- Proficiency in benchmarking, teardown analysis, and reverse engineering methodologies.
- Experience in 1D tolerance stack-up analysis and dimensional variation studies.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining quality and schedule commitments.
- Working knowledge of automotive regulations, industry standards, and customer requirements.

Roles & Responsibilities

- Design and develop automotive components, including sheet metal, plastic, casting, and machined parts, using CATIA V5.




- Create and modify 3D models, assemblies, and detailed manufacturing drawings in compliance with engineering standards.
- Design and develop jigs, fixtures, test devices, and tooling assemblies to support product validation and manufacturing processes.
- Manage engineering changes throughout the product lifecycle, including updates to 3D models, drawings, and related documentation.
- Perform reverse engineering activities, converting STL scan data into surface and solid models for product development and benchmarking.
- Support Value Analysis & Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives, teardown studies, competitor benchmarking, and cost optimization projects.
- Conduct 1D tolerance stack-up analysis to evaluate dimensional variation and assembly feasibility.
- Manage product data, engineering documentation, and change management processes through PLM systems such as Windchill.
- Develop engineering concepts based on customer requirements and translate them into feasible design solutions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, testing, quality, procurement, and suppliers to ensure timely product development.
- Ensure designs meet performance, quality, manufacturability, regulatory, and customer requirements.
- Support prototype development, testing, validation, and production launch activities.

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Contact

Keerthana Naidu [email protected]

📌 Specialist (Hyderabad)
🏢 ZF LIFETEC
📍 Hyderabad