Key Responsibilities:

- Handle end-to-end New Product Development (NPD) and existing product improvement activities.
- Develop product concepts, 3D models, assemblies, and detailed engineering drawings using Solid Works.
- Convert customer requirements, technical specifications, and RFQs into practical engineering designs.
- Prepare and review 3D models, 2D drawings, BOMs, specifications, and design documentation.
- Apply GD&T;, DFM, DFA, Design Optimization, and Value Engineering principles.
- Select suitable materials, manufacturing processes, and components based on product requirements, cost, quality, and manufacturability.
- Coordinate with Production, Quality, Purchase, Service, and other departments during product development.
- Lead prototype development, assembly trials, testing, validation, and design verification.
- Identify and resolve design, manufacturing, assembly, and technical issues during prototype and production stages.
- Conduct design reviews and implement necessary design modifications based on testing, customer feedback, and production requirements.
- Support cost reduction, design optimization, quality improvement, and process improvement initiatives.
- Ensure designs comply with applicable engineering standards, safety requirements, customer specifications, and company procedures.
- Coordinate with customers for technical clarification, design requirements, specifications, and project-related discussions.
- Prepare technical inputs, cost estimates, and design-related information for quotations and proposals.
- Maintain accurate drawings, BOMs, revision records, project files, and other engineering documentation.




- Support prototype and production trials and coordinate with Production and Quality teams to resolve design-related issues.
- Guide and support junior design engineers and team members in modelling, drawing preparation, GD&T;, and design practices.
- Support ISO documentation, internal/external audits, and compliance related to the Design and Engineering function.
- Monitor assigned project activities, timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure timely completion.
- Identify opportunities for improving product performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Ensure proper design knowledge transfer and documentation throughout the product development lifecycle.

Solid Works & Technical Skills

- Strong proficiency in Solid Works 3D modelling, assembly design, and 2D engineering drawings.
- Strong knowledge of GD&T; and engineering drawing standards.
- Good understanding of materials and manufacturing processes.
- Practical knowledge of machining, fabrication, sheet metal, welding, and assembly.
- Experience in prototype development, testing, validation, and design verification.
- Knowledge of DFM, DFA, Value Engineering, and Design Optimization.




- Ability to perform design modifications and troubleshoot engineering issues.
- Knowledge of engineering standards and product safety requirements.
- Ability to prepare accurate BOMs, specifications, and engineering documentation.

Required Skills

- Strong product design and engineering knowledge.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good understanding of manufacturing and production requirements.
- Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities.
- Good project planning and execution skills.
- Strong cross-functional coordination.
- Good customer communication and technical discussion skills.
- Ability to guide junior engineers and work effectively within a design team.
- Good knowledge of quality systems and ISO documentation.
- Valuable verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work under deadlines and deliver projects within planned timelines.

Preferred Profile

- Experience in R&D;, Product Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, or New Product Development.
- Experience in complete product development cycles.

Qualification

- B.E. / B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant engineering discipline.
- M.E. / M. Tech in Mechanical / Design Engineering is preferred.

Experience

- 6–8 years of relevant experience in Product Design, R&D;, Engineering, or New Product Development.
- Strong hands-on experience in Solid Works and mechanical product design.
- Proven experience in prototype development and taking products from concept to production.
- Experience in guiding junior design engineers and handling design projects independently.

📌 Senior Design Engineer (Coimbatore)
🏢 Vertex Research Centre
📍 Coimbatore