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 SolidWorks.- 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.

SolidWorks & Technical Skills

- Strong proficiency in SolidWorks 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.- Good 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 Recent 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 SolidWorks 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 (Mumbai)
🏢 Vertex Research Centre
📍 Mumbai