Product Development Engineer

Position: Product Development Engineer (PVE Elevators)Department: DesignLocation: GuduvancheryIndustry: Premium Personal-Use Products

1. Role Summary

The Product Development Engineer will be responsible for designing, improving, and developing pneumatic vacuum elevator (PVE) models such as PVE30, PVE37, PVE52, and other upcoming variants. The role involves coordinating with cross-functional teams, ensuring product quality, conducting feasibility studies, and supporting manufacturing and installation teams with technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Product Design & Development

• Develop and improve elevator components, including bun-type seal dies, cylindrical bodies, mechanical parts, and control systems.
• Work with CAD tools (SolidWorks/AutoCAD) to create, modify, and validate 3D models and engineering drawings.
• Conduct material selection, prototype development, and performance evaluation.

• Technical Analysis & Testing

• Perform engineering calculations, simulations, and tolerance analysis.
• Conduct testing for vacuum systems, seals, electrical components, and structural stability.
• Ensure compliance with international elevator safety standards.

• Process Improvement

• Identify design issues and implement corrective actions.
• Optimize manufacturing processes and BOM cost without compromising quality.
• Collaborate with production teams to improve assembly methods.

• Project Coordination

• Coordinate with R&D, production, procurement, and quality teams for new product launches.
• Prepare technical documents, specifications, and test reports.
• Support field teams in resolving technical challenges during installation or service.

• Supplier & Vendor Interaction

• Work with tooling and die manufacturers for seal dies, curved PC sheets, and other custom components.
• Validate vendor samples, perform inspections, and ensure adherence to engineering requirements.

• Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Research new technologies and materials for product enhancement.
• Propose improvements in product performance, durability, and energy efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 25 years of experience in product design or development (experience in elevator or vacuum systems preferred).
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, pneumatics, seals, and structural design.
• Proficiency in CAD design tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, injection molding, and sheet metal fabrication.

Skills Required

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation ability.
• Knowledge of standards such as EN, ASME, or elevator safety norms.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail and a passion for innovation.