Lead engineer – Product development

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Lead Engineer – Product Development
📅 Date Posted: 27th March 2025
🏢 Department: Product Development
📍 Location: Vile Parle Head Office / Palghar Unit 4
👥 Openings: 1
🧾 Reporting To: Head of Product Design
📈 Experience Required: 5+ years
🏭 Industry: Furniture Manufacturing
🚗 Travel Required: No
💼 Monthly In-Hand Salary: ₹50,000 – ₹60,000
📆 Working Days: Monday to Saturday (Sunday Off)
🎯 Incentives: Not Applicable

Job Overview:
We are seeking a Lead Engineer – Product Development with a strong background in mechanical and structural design to lead our engineering efforts in furniture product development. This role demands innovation, leadership, and a deep technical understanding to ensure the creation of high-quality, cost-efficient, and production-ready designs.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the engineering aspects of product development and prototyping.

Ensure design validation, material selection, and structural integrity of products.

Collaborate closely with Concept Design, Product Development, and Production teams to ensure technical feasibility.

Develop and review technical documentation, including CAD/CAM models, drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).

Resolve engineering challenges and ensure compliance with industry standards and safety norms.

Coordinate with suppliers and production teams to improve process efficiency and reduce costs.

Mentor junior engineers, driving best practices and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Requirements:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering disciplines.

Proficient in CAD/CAM software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Creo); familiarity with or willingness to learn Pytha is essential.

Strong knowledge of materials, structural design, and manufacturing processes.

Experience in project management and collaborative product development.

Analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for detail.

Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.

Preferred Skills:
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Highly organized with excellent time management.

Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Results-driven, self-motivated, and business-oriented.

Strong sense of design quality, precision, and accountability.

Why Join Us?
Join a creative and dynamic team dedicated to innovative design and high-quality production in the furniture industry. This is an excellent opportunity to lead technical innovation and contribute to meaningful, well-crafted products.

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Job Title: Lead Engineer – Product Development
Location: Vile Parle Head Office / Palghar Unit 4
Industry: Furniture Manufacturing
Experience Required: 5+ years
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering
Monthly In-Hand Salary: ₹50,000 – ₹60,000
Working Days: Monday to Saturday (Sunday Off)
Open Position: 1
Reporting To: Head of Product Design
Posted On: 27th March 2025

About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Lead Engineer – Product Development to lead engineering initiatives and ensure technical excellence in new product designs. This role demands strong leadership, hands-on technical skills, and an understanding of structural integrity and manufacturability in furniture design.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead engineering activities for new product development and prototyping.

Ensure design validation, material selection, and structural strength of all furniture products.

Work collaboratively with concept design, product development, and production teams to ensure feasibility and efficient production.

Develop and review CAD/CAM models, technical drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOM).

Identify and resolve design and production-related challenges.

Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers to streamline cost-effective solutions.

Guide and mentor junior engineers on best practices and quality standards.

Submit regular progress reports and attend client/internal review meetings.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.

Minimum 5 years of experience in furniture design or relevant product development.

Proficient in CAD/CAM tools like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Creo.

Willingness to work with or learn Pytha software.

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, structural mechanics, and material properties.

Experience in technical documentation and engineering project management.

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

Preferred Attributes:
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects.

Detail-oriented and focused on design accuracy.

Self-driven with a proactive attitude.

Strong business acumen with a sense of ownership.

Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.