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This role is for one of our clients Industry: Mechanical Engineering Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Min Experience: 10 years Location: Rajkot, Gujarat JobType: full-time About The Role We’re looking for an accomplished and hands-on Driveline Engineering Manager to lead the design, development, and validation of key power transmission systems. This role combines technical leadership with project execution, requiring a strong foundation in gears, shafts, bearings, and related assemblies. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of driveline architecture, excellent CAD proficiency, and a systems thinking approach to product development. You will guide a focused team of engineers, manage concurrent projects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams across design, sourcing, and manufacturing. Key Responsibilities 🚘 Technical Leadership & Engineering Execution Lead the end-to-end design of driveline components —including gear trains, shafts, synchronizers, clutches, and bearings. Conduct design calculations for gear and shaft systems using Romax or Kisssoft . Drive excellence in component modeling, detailing, and validation using Creo . 📈 Project Management Oversee multiple simultaneous development projects with accountability for timelines, cost, and quality. Coordinate effectively with stakeholders across product design, manufacturing, and procurement to meet project milestones. Track project deliverables through ERP platforms such as SAP or Oracle . 🧩 Design Reviews & Documentation Own the preparation and validation of DFMEA , DFA , DFS , and other critical design documentation. Apply GD&T and perform tolerance stack-up analysis to ensure high-precision component integration. Maintain and manage design revisions via PLM tools such as Teamcenter or Windchill . 🔍 Manufacturing Insight & Product Realization Ensure that designs align with manufacturing constraints, especially forging, casting , and heat treatment processes. Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing engineers to ensure DFM/DFA alignment. 🧠 Optional Expertise Support auxiliary system development such as belt and chain drives , pulleys, and sprockets. Participate in benchmarking and reverse engineering initiatives to guide design innovation. Qualifications & Skills ✅ Must-Haves 7–10 years of experience in mechanical design , with a focus on driveline systems or transmission components . Expertise in Creo for part modeling, assemblies, and detailed 2D drawings. Hands-on experience with Romax or Kisssoft for gear and shaft validation. Strong command of GD&T , tolerance stack-up, and mechanical engineering principles. Familiarity with Teamcenter , Windchill , and SAP/Oracle environments. Proven ability to manage small engineering teams and deliver projects under tight timelines. ⭐ Preferred Knowledge of auxiliary systems (belt/chain drives, pulleys). Prior experience in teardown studies, product benchmarking, or value engineering. Key Skills & Tools Creo | Romax | Kisssoft | Driveline Design | Teamcenter | Windchill | SAP | GD&T | DFMEA | Shaft & Gear Design | Forging & Casting | Project Management | Team Leadership Show more Show less
