Product Design Engineer / Sr. Engineer
Designation - Product Design Engineer / Sr. Engineer Location: Mumbai, Jalgaon Department: Product Development / Design Engineering Job Summary We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented LV Switchgear Product Design Engineer to join our team at Spectrum Electrical Industries Limited . The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing innovative electrical switchgear products and components to meet customer and manufacturing requirements. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality, procurement, testing and vendors to ensure product designs are functional, cost-effective, and aligned with company standards. Key Responsibilities Product Design & Development Create 2D and 3D models and detailed drawings for new and existing products using CAD software. Develop innovative product solutions while adhering to technical specifications and project constraints. Conduct design feasibility studies and ensure compliance with customer requirements and standards. Compare competitor products, features, benchmarking and decide on product design concepts & productivity (Quality Value Engineering) Develop Electrical products & components for Wiring Devices (modular Switch / Socket ranges), MCB, RCCB, RCBO, MCCB, Metal concealed boxes, Distribution Boards etc. 2. Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure the feasibility of designs for mass production. Coordinate with procurement and vendors to source materials and components. Collaborate with quality assurance to meet regulatory and safety standards. Develop necessary product/component Quality Assurance Plans with Quality team Work with other departments on processes of APQP, Design FMEA, Process FMEA, carry out Design reviews, Product validation testing etc. Manage product designs, drawings and manage Engineering Change notes (ECN) Develop suitable product packaging for its storage, handling (end to end) Prepare, plan, and execute annual product surveillance audits to ensure product quality and performance & decide on improvement actions Carry out vendor's technical audits as and when required Use 3D models, develop RPT prototypes, and check product look, feel, and performance to faster product development Prepare & execute annual productivity plan & achieve targeted productivity through design improvements Work on component standardization/optimization and product platformisation to rationalize component development Create, maintain SAP material codes, ensure correct BOM for all products with support from SAP team Organize / Manage the Technical function for various product ranges Informs general Management of technical problems faced by the customers, in particular concerning industrial and technological modifications & take appropriate actions to resolve the problems for customer satisfaction Ensure reliability, availability, maintainability, and safety of products, systems and operation support through product designs, simulations etc. 3. Prototyping & Testing Create prototypes for product validation and testing. Conduct performance tests, analyze data, and implement improvements. 4. Documentation Prepare and maintain design documentation, including specifications, BOMs (Bill of Materials), and user manuals. Provide support during the product lifecycle, from concept to production and maintenance phases. Manage product launch and product withdrawal process as per alignment with marketing/customers. 5. Continuous Improvement Participate in design reviews and implement feedback to optimize product performance and manufacturing efficiency. Stay updated on emerging trends, technologies, and standards in product design and manufacturing. Qualifications & Skills Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field in product design. Experience: Minimum of 2-7 years of experience in electrical product design or a similar manufacturing or electrical industry role . Experience in designing products & components for MCB, RCCB, RCBO, MCCB & WD is required. Technical Skills: Product application knowledge for Wiring devices, MCB, RCCB, RCBO, MCCB, etc. Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA). Knowledge of simulation tools for stress, thermal, and flow analysis. Familiarity with manufacturing processes like injection moulding, stamping, fabrication, powder coating, and assembly.
