Senior Design Engineer- Plastic and sheet metal Product Development, preferably from retail

Job Description

Designation : Senior Design Engineer

Reporting to : Project Lead Retail

Location : Bangalore, Full Time

Qualification : BE/MTech in Mechanical Engineering

Experience : 3 - 6 Years

Mandatory Skills:

• 3-6 years’ experience in design and development of plastic injection-molded and sheet-metal components, applying DFM/DFA principles to support high-volume manufacturing.
• Experience in leading end-to-end mechanical product development from concept through production, ensuring compliance with performance, cost, and quality objectives.
• Experience in performing tolerance stack-up, fitment, and clearance analysis to ensure functional and assembly requirements are met.
• Experience in supporting prototype builds, pilot runs, and production ramp-up, including resolution of design- and process-related issues.
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Desired Skills

• Develop new merchandising products and components using plastics and sheet metal materials.
• Create 3D models, assemblies, and detailed engineering drawings, renderings using CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor).
• Generate multiple design iterations balancing performance, manufacturability, cost, and retail aesthetics.
• Participate in ideation sessions and translate customer insights into engineering concepts.
• Work with internal teams or external vendors to produce prototypes using methods such as 3D Printing, vacuum forming, injection molding, laser cutting, bending, and sheet‑metal fabrication.
• Conduct structural and functional tests (fit, form, durability, load testing, environmental).
• Implement design improvements based on test results and feedback.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, procurement, quality, and supply‑chain teams to develop cost‑effective, manufacturable designs.
• Support suppliers by providing clear specifications, design intent, and engineering guidance.
• Participate in DFMEA, PFMEA, and validation processes.
• Create fully detailed engineering drawings, BOMs, material specs, tolerance stacks, and revision controls.
• Support projects from concept to pilot run to production release.
• Trouble‑shoot field issues or production problems and implement design corrections.
• Improve legacy designs for cost reduction, quality, sustainability, or performance upgrades.
• Strong proficiency in plastics (injection molding, thermoforming) and sheet‑metal fabrication (cutting, punching, bending, welding).
• Knowledge of material properties (ABS, polycarbonate, HDPE, PETG, steel, aluminium, coatings).
• Understanding of DFM, DFA, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and mechanical design principles.
• CAD software (SolidWorks preferred in merchandising/fixture industry).
• Simulation tools (FEA/structural analysis) — optional but valuable.

Opportunities for Growth

• Opportunity to own complex mechanical designs from concept through production with increased technical responsibility.
• Ability to grow into a technical lead role, guiding design decisions and mentoring junior engineers.
• Exposure to advanced materials, manufacturing processes, and design optimization techniques.
• Increased involvement in cross-functional and supplier collaboration on high-impact programs.
• Opportunity to influence design standards, best practices, and product platforms.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. 3 to 6 years of experience in New product design & development, VA/VE, cost optimization, or related engineering roles.
• A seasoned, result-oriented engineer who can work independently once given direction, has good rapport with coworkers, can listen, be creative, and is detailed oriented.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail, accuracy, and flexibility to adapt quickly to changing business needs and project priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly, collaborate effectively across functions, and work both independently and in team leadership roles.
• Maintains a good attitude, persistence, and drive focused on finding a way to accomplish the objectives.
• Willing to travel within or outside India as and when needed (about 10% of travelling per year)