Design Engineer - R&D

Job Summary

We are seeking a Design Engineer (R&D) with 25 years of experience in mechanical product / sub system design and development. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and developing new products, with a strong focus on power transmission systems, casting and sheet metal components, and engineering calculations. The candidate should possess hands-on experience in Siemens NX (Mandatory) and be capable of driving product development from concept to production.

Key Responsibilities

1. Concept Design

• Own module/subsystem definition aligned with overall machine architecture and functional requirements.
• Generate and evaluate multiple design concepts considering performance, cost, manufacturability, and reliability.
• Develop concepts for mechanical systems including power transmission (gears, gearboxes, shafts, drive systems).
• Perform preliminary engineering calculations (power, torque, load estimations) to validate feasibility.
• Select suitable materials and mechanisms based on application requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, manufacturing, sourcing) during concept evaluation.
• Participate in design reviews to finalize optimal concepts.

2. Detailed Design

• Develop detailed 3D models, manufacturing drawings, and BOMs.
• Design casting and sheet metal components with focus on manufacturability and cost optimization.
• Perform detailed engineering calculations including static and dynamic load analysis.
• Apply GD&T principles and perform tolerance stack-up analysis for assemblies.
• Ensure proper subsystem integration within the overall machine architecture.
• Drive design reviews and incorporate feedback from cross-functional teams.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards, design guidelines, and documentation.
• Support value engineering and continuous design improvements.

3. Prototyping & Testing

• Support prototype development, assembly, and initial build validation.
• Conduct design validation, functional testing, and reliability studies.
• Analyze test results and refine designs to meet performance requirements.
• Perform failure analysis and root cause analysis (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone) for design issues.
• Drive corrective actions and design improvements based on validation outcomes.
• Support production ramp-up and resolve engineering issues during manufacturing.
• Contribute to lifecycle management including upgrades, modifications, and field issue resolution.
• Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Required Technical Competencies

• Mechanical System & Subsystem Design
• Power Transmission (Gears, Gearboxes, Shafts, Drives)
• Concept Development & Mechanism Design
• Material Selection & Manufacturing Processes
• Casting & Sheet Metal Design
• Engineering Calculations (Static, Dynamic, Load Analysis)
• GD&T & Tolerance Stack-up Analysis
• Reliability Engineering & Failure Analysis
• Root Cause Analysis (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone)
• Design Optimization & Value Engineering

Software Skills

Mandatory

• Siemens NX + Teamcenter PLM

Optional CAD Tools

• SolidWorks / PTC Creo / CATIA / Autodesk Inventor

Engineering & Analysis Tools

• MDESIGN
• SKF Bearing Select / SKF SimPro
• Mathcad / MATLAB

Preferred Skills

• DFMEA / PFMEA
• Design Validation & Engineering Calculations
• Advanced GD&T Application
• Reliability Engineering Methods
• Cost Optimization & Value Engineering