Design Manager - Process Equipment

The Indian Connection

25 years

0 Lacs

Pune Maharashtra India

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design collaboration leadership resolve procurement compliance engineering calculations analysis transmission sizing fea audits optimization fabrication data integration management translation manufacturing support service commissioning erp plm traceability software api drawing drive hydraulics welding autocad vault

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On-site

Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

US based MNC
Job Role: Design Manager – Process EquipmentLocation: PuneSalary/CTC: INR 18 Lacs to INR 22 Lacs.Job Summary:The Design Manager will lead the mechanical design function for custom process equipment, ensuring high technical standards and timely delivery within budget. The role demands innovative thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and strong leadership to resolve design challenges and implement continual improvements.🛠️ Key Responsibilities:

Participate in project kick-off meetings to understand project scope, design intent, and technical requirements.
Ensure timely release of long lead/buy-out (B/O) items (e.g., motors, gearboxes, seals, etc.), considering procurement lead times and project timelines.
Apply innovative thinking and encourage out-of-the-box design approaches to deliver technically superior and cost-effective solutions.
Select critical components (gearboxes, motors, mechanical seals, belt pulleys, etc.) ensuring technical compatibility with application-specific process parameters.
Review and approve General Arrangement (GA) drawings, P&IDs, and detailed layouts while ensuring compliance with internal design practices and customer standards.
Supervise and verify engineering calculations such as structural analysis, shaft design, torque transmission, weld sizing, hydraulic circuits, and FEA validation.
Effectively allocate and monitor workloads of a 15-member design team, ensuring timely delivery of accurate and high-quality engineering outputs.
Conduct periodic internal design reviews and audits to verify adherence to functionality, quality, safety, and relevant regulatory standards.
Lead design optimization initiatives by standardizing components, enhancing manufacturability, and minimizing material and fabrication costs.
Collaborate with vendors to review component specifications, performance data, and integration feasibility for outsourced parts or systems.
Act as the primary technical liaison for customer interactions during design stages, capturing all technical requirements and feedback.
Coordinate closely with production, procurement, quality, and project management teams to ensure seamless translation of design intent into manufacturing and assembly.
Provide rapid technical support to the service and commissioning teams for resolving on-site issues, including design modifications or clarifications.
Oversee the creation, validation, and release of item codes and comprehensive BOMs through the ERP system.
Manage the preparation, review, and control of all engineering drawings and models (2D/3D) through the PLM system (preferably Autodesk Vault).
Approve engineering change requests (ECRs) and engineering change notices (ECNs), ensuring accuracy, traceability, and impact analysis before release.
Enforce robust document control and revision management processes in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and internal quality systems.
Lead, train, and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers and draftsmen; provide technical guidance and resolve escalated design challenges.
Conduct regular performance evaluations and identify upskilling or reskilling needs for the team.
Stay informed on emerging technologies, updated engineering software, design trends, and industry-specific standards (e.g., ASME, ISO, API) to maintain competitive technical proficiency.
Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as design cycle time, drawing accuracy, first-time-right ratios, and on-time release rates to drive continuous improvement.

🎓 Qualifications & Skills:

Education: B.E./B.Tech/M.E in Mechanical/Chemical Engineering.
Experience: 15–25 years in mechanical design, with at least 10 plus years in a managerial capacity.
Industry Background: Experience in process industry, fabrication, and hydraulics, pressure vessel, rotary, static is essential.
Technical Skills:
Sound knowledge of welding strength, shaft, motor calculations, FEA, etc.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and 3D design tools.
Familiarity with ASME codes, pressure vessels, and applicable standards.
Hands-on experience with ERP and PLM systems (Autodesk Vault preferred).

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