Design Engineer Sr.- 4 to 6 years R&D experience in heavy duty vehicles, DFMEA, GD&T, Design Calculations

Job Description:

Designation : Sr. Engineer Design

Reporting to : Project Lead

Location : Bangalore, Full Time

Qualification : B.E./B.Tech./M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering

Experience : 4 - 6 Years

Key Responsibilities / Functions:

• Support the design and development of heavy-duty transportation vehicles such as Axles, trailers, truck bodies, Brakes calliper, etc
• Review designs, 3D models, and drawings that represent the product in terms of its fit, form, and function
• Work closely with counterpart in Finland SISU Axles to support design engineering activities.
• Support India Business development team to understand customer requirements, technical requirement understandings, providing technical solutions.
• Drive R&D initiatives through concept generation, technology evaluation, and early-stage prototyping to support new product and platform development.
• Drive VAVE implementation through design and modularization of components in a product line based on analysis of a commodity category or supplier strategy
• Stay up to date with emerging research and technology breakthroughs through white papers and industry research for sheet metal forming, welding, and casting processes
• Actively participate in continuous learning and professional development activities, including attending training programs, workshops, and conferences
• Identify areas for improvement, troubleshoot technical issues, and propose and implement design modifications of existing product lines
• Mentor trainee engineers and junior engineers on various technical skills

Required Qualifications: (Education, Technical Skills/Knowledge)

• Proven experience/exposure in end-to-end product design, preferably in trailer and heavy-duty vehicle industries (experience in related industries will also be considered).
• Strong technical expertise in sheet metal design, weldments, metal stamping, and metal forming, combined with a solid foundation in general engineering principles.
• Working knowledge of casting design, including material selection, casting process selection, and design considerations for manufacturability and structural performance.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software, with a preference for Solidworks / NX, for component design, detailed drawing creation, and a strong ability to adapt to different engineering tools and applications as needed.
• Well-versed in Weld Symbols, GD&T and ANSI drawing standards
• Strong knowledge of DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFA (Design for Assembly) practices, with the ability to troubleshoot production challenges and optimize assembly processes.
• Knowledge of NPD process, design calculations, DFMEA and Concept Selection Matrix
• Ability to analyse and resolve field failures, production issues, and customer complaints through effective root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating cross-functionally with suppliers, manufacturing, quality, and procurement teams to develop cost-effective, scalable manufacturing solutions.
• Awareness of emerging materials, manufacturing technologies, and industry trends to drive continuous improvement and foster innovation.
• Exposure to Project Management Skills - Ability to plan, co-ordinate and execute tasks for self and team within agreed time and with quality
• Understanding of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for structural validation is an added advantage
• Understanding mechatronic system integration by coordinating mechanical design with sensors, actuators, and control systems is anadded advantage
• Exposure to TTMA and FMVSS standards and regulations with respect to Trailers is an added advantage

Exposure/experience in working in a global engineering team environment (Preferably with US teams) is an added advantage