Head - Design & Development (Ferrous Foundry)

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