Head - Design & Development (Ferrous Foundry)

10 - 20 years

8 - 15 Lacs

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Job Description

Head Design & Development (Foundry Division)

Department:

Foundry / Engineering & Development

Reports To:

Director – Foundry Division / Chief Operating Officer

Location:

Kolkata (West Bengal)

Position Overview:

Head – Design & Development

The incumbent will play a key role in driving innovation, developing new casting technologies, and ensuring efficient and timely execution of design and development projects.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Product Design & Development

  • Lead design and development of new cast components based on customer drawings, specifications, and requirements.
  • Prepare and review 3D models, 2D drawings, and casting simulation reports using CAD/CAM/CAE tools.
  • Ensure designs are optimized for manufacturability, quality, and cost (DFM/DFA principles).
  • Conduct technical feasibility studies for new product inquiries and provide design recommendations.

2. Tooling & Process Development

  • Oversee design and development of patterns, core boxes, gating, and riser systems.
  • Guide simulation and validation of foundry processes to minimize casting defects and improve yield.
  • Coordinate with tool room and production teams for pattern trials and design validations.

3. Project Management

  • Manage the complete New Product Development (NPD) process from RFQ to production release.
  • Prepare development plans, timelines, and technical documentation.
  • Interface with customers for design approvals, technical discussions, and PPAP submissions.

4. Innovation & Continuous Improvement

  • Implement advanced tools such as casting simulation, 3D scanning, and additive manufacturing for design improvements.
  • Continuously review and optimize designs and processes to reduce cost, lead time, and rework.
  • Benchmark and implement best practices in foundry design and process development.

5. Leadership & Team Management

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of design engineers and foundry technologists.
  • Ensure effective coordination between design, production, and quality departments.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and technical excellence.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Education:

    • B.E. / B.Tech / M.Tech

      in Mechanical, Metallurgy, or Production Engineering
    • OR Diploma

      in Mechanical / Metallurgy / Foundry Technology with strong technical experience
  • Experience:

    • Minimum

      12–20 years

      of experience in foundry design, product development, and tooling engineering.
    • Proven expertise in new product introduction, casting simulation, and process optimization.
    • Strong understanding of various casting processes (Sand Casting, Gravity Die Casting, Investment Casting, etc.).
    • Exposure to machining, pattern development, and quality systems preferred.

Key Skills:

  • Proficiency in

    CAD/CAM software

    (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, NX, CATIA, etc.)
  • Hands-on experience in

    casting simulation tools

    (MAGMA, ProCAST, etc.)
  • Knowledge of metallurgy, solidification principles, and foundry process parameters
  • Project management and leadership skills
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
  • Familiarity with

    IATF 16949 / ISO 9001

    quality systems

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