Senior Lead Engineer

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway— you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Mandatory Skills:

• Min 5 years of experience in complete product development lifecycle — from concept generation, detailed design, DfM/DfA, design validation, prototyping, testing to design release and manufacturing support.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD modelling tools like Creo, SolidWorks for complex assemblies, tolerance stack-up analysis, and design optimization.
• 5+ years of experience in depth understanding and applications of GD&T per ANSI Y14.5, tolerance analysis.
• Proven experience in DFMEA, DVP&R creation, and validation testing of new designs, subassemblies and systems as per applicable standards.
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Desired Skills:

• Responsible for end-to-end design execution of new products or platforms, including requirements definition, concept development, concept selection, detailed design, design reviews, validation, and design release.
• Apply system engineering principles to translate customer and stakeholder needs into robust, manufacturable, and cost-effective product designs.
• Lead concept generation, feasibility studies, and prototype builds to explore innovative solutions for beverage and food equipment systems.
• Utilize engineering simulations and analytical tools (structural, thermal, flow, or tolerance) to ensure design robustness and performance.
• Develop detailed models, drawings, and BOMs using modelling tools like Creo, SolidWorks; ensure adherence to PDM/Windchill configuration management practices.
• Collaborate with industrial design, electrical, controls, and testing teams to integrate multi-disciplinary product features.
• Drive Design for Manufacturing (DfM), Design for Assembly (DfA), and Design for Cost (DfC) principles throughout the development cycle.
• Participate in risk assessments and design reviews, ensuring compliance with internal design standards, UL, CE, and other applicable certifications (NSF exposure will be an added advantage).
• Plan and support prototype testing, validation activities, and design iterations based on results and field feedback.
• Lead supplier interactions and manufacturing feasibility reviews during development phase.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes relevant to beverage and food dispensing systems.
• Exposure to thermo-fluid systems, valves, pumps, and pressure vessel components will be a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with mechatronic systems, Modbus or embedded controls integration, and cross-functional hardware-software collaboration preferred.
• Experience in creating and executing verification test plans (MDVT/EDVT) and root cause analysis for failures.
• Strong documentation, technical writing, and presentation skills for global design reviews.

Opportunities for Growth

• Drive next-generation product development in the beverage and food dispensing category with end-to-end ownership.
• Build technical depth in mechatronics, thermal systems, and precision dispensing technologies.
• Collaborate with global innovation teams on technology platforms, IP generation, and concept incubation.
• Hands-on exposure to developing products and services while closely working with customers.
• Growth opportunities for senior roles such as Project Manager, Engineering Manager based on performance with leadership and mentoring opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation in Mechanical Engineering, (or equivalent work experience) with 8 -10 Years (Min 5 years of exp in product development related with beverage & food processing equipment is added advantage)
• A seasoned, result-oriented engineer who can work independently once given direction, has good rapport with coworkers, can listen, be creative, and is detailed oriented.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail, accuracy, and flexibility to adapt quickly to changing business needs and project priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly, collaborate effectively across functions, and work both independently and in team leadership roles.
• Maintains a good attitude, persistence, and drive focused on finding a way to accomplish the objectives.
• Willing to travel (local, regional, international) across innovation center, factory, supplier sites, and testing facilities. (around 30% travel may be involved).

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and location of the position for which you’re applying.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law .