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Job Description Position Title: Senior Engineer - CAD, NPI Department: NPI (New Product Integration) Location: Kohler India Pvt. Ltd. Jhagadia, Bharuch, Gujarat Position Overview: We are looking for a highly skilled Senior CAD Engineer to play a key role in product development by designing and developing designs of block molds and other CAD components . This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, driving manufacturing input into NPD projects, and improving design efficiency using CREO Parametric software . Key Responsibilities: Design Development: Utilize CREO Parametric software to develop 3D models and 2D drawings for product components, molds, and assemblies. Conduct detailed engineering, feasibility analysis, and manufacturing reviews to optimize designs for efficiency and reliability. Develop new mold designs for improved casting processes and higher productivity. Support product launch by ensuring smooth design transition from CAD to production. Process Manufacturing Support: Implement Design for Manufacture Assembly (DFMA), Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA), and design reviews to enhance manufacturability. Collaborate with NPI Process Engineering, Modelling, CAM, Mould Making, Case Making, and Casting teams to address yield improvement opportunities. Work closely with plant manufacturing teams to ensure robust production processes. Support process engineers in establishing effective casting processes and reducing defects. Strategic Initiatives: Leverage advanced CAD technologies to improve speed and accuracy in product modeling. Drive design improvements to reduce defects and enhance product yield. Work on casting technologies to optimize floor space utilization and production efficiency. Participate in product innovation and industrialization efforts to maintain a competitive market position. Skills Qualifications: Education: Bachelor s/master s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field. Experience: 5 to 8 years of experience in product design, CAD modeling, and mold development . Software Expertise: Proficiency in CREO Parametric is mandatory. Experience with Windchill (PDM/PLM) for file management and version control. Familiarity with 3D printing is an added advantage. Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles, GDT, and drafting standards . Solution-oriented approach with problem-solving methodologies . Ability to conduct statistical analysis for design improvements. Soft Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Ability to work independently while handling multiple projects. Reporting Collaboration: Direct Reporting: CAD/CAM Leader Internal Stakeholders: NPI Process Engineering, Modeling, CAM, Mould Making, Case Making, Casting, Industrial Design, Product Engineering, and Global Vitreous Engineering teams. External Stakeholders: Process equipment suppliers and material suppliers.
