Senior Manager - Design Development

Details

Position: Senior Manager - Design Development

Location: Chennai, India

Job Summary/Overview

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Product Design Ownership: Lead the design and development of specified products locally. Translate global specifications into manufacturable designs.
• 3D Modeling & CAD Development: Create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and drawings using SolidWorks or equivalent tools. Ensure design accuracy, manufacturability, and compliance with CE/IS standards.
• Engineering Analysis: Conduct FEA, material selection, and tolerance studies. Validate designs through simulation and testing.
• Prototype Development: Identify and manage external design partners/vendors. Oversee prototype fabrication, testing, and approval.
• Documentation & Release: Prepare BOMs, technical specifications, and release packages. Manage engineering change control and versioning.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with sourcing, manufacturing, and sales teams. Support cost optimization and design-for-manufacturing initiatives.
• Team Supervision: Guide engineers handling Order Management, Offer Management, Spares Engineering, and Service Support.
• Process Standardization: Develop and implement SOPs, templates, and workflows. Ensure consistency and quality in engineering outputs.
• Global Coordination: Act as the technical liaison between European HQ and Chennai CoE. Align local engineering efforts with global standards and timelines.
• Performance Management: Monitor KPIs for design quality, turnaround time, and customer satisfaction. Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Talent Development: Mentor junior engineers and foster a collaborative culture. Support training and capability building across the CoE.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• Strong CAD and simulation expertise.
• Well versed with necessary design development software & process
• Deep understanding of industrial equipment design.
• Excellent communication and cross-cultural collaboration skills.
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Exposure to global engineering standards and practices

Required Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering.
• 12–15 years in mechanical design, product development, and engineering leadership. Proven track record in large engineering firms