Product Development Engineer

Product Development Engineer

OEM customers, internal production teams, and quality departments

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop new products and components using fluoropolymers (PTFE, PFA, FEP, etc.) based on customer/OEM requirements.
• Support prototype development, process optimization, and product validation activities.
• Work closely with manufacturing teams on

  molding, machining, lining, and fabrication processes

  .
• Conduct

  material selection, testing, and failure analysis

  to improve product performance.
• Prepare and maintain

  technical documentation

  such as drawings, BOMs, and product specifications.
• Ensure compliance with

  ASTM/ASME standards

  and customer-specific requirements.
• Provide technical support during

  customer discussions, audits, and project reviews

  .
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to

  reduce cost and improve quality

  .
• Support

  continuous improvement initiatives

  for existing product lines.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of

  polymer materials

  (especially fluoropolymers) and mechanical properties.
• Familiarity with

  plastic molding, machining, extrusion, and lining techniques

  .
• Proficiency in

  CAD software

  (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent).
• Understanding of

  ASTM, ASME, and other industrial standards

  .
• Problem-solving mindset with

  root cause analysis

  capability.
• Good understanding of

  manufacturing processes

  and

  DFM (Design for Manufacturing)

  principles.
• Effective communication skills for

  cross-functional collaboration

  .
• Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Education & Experience

• B.E./B.Tech

  in Mechanical, Polymer, or Materials Engineering
• 2–5 years of experience in

  product development, R&D, or process engineering

  (fluoropolymers/polymers preferred).
• Experience with

  3D modeling, product testing, and process optimization

  is desirable.
• Freshers with exceptional academic records and relevant project work may be considered for junior roles.