Senior Mechanical Engineer

This role is for one of the Weekday's clientsMin Experience: 4 years Location: Pune JobType: full-time We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead end-to-end mechanical design and development of robotic systems and peripheral structures—from proof of concept through production and sustaining phases. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, hands-on execution capability, and strong leadership skills to drive high-quality, reliable, and manufacturable solutions across complex engineering programs. Requirements Key Responsibilities Lead mechanical design for robotic and electro-mechanical subsystems, ensuring cross-functional alignment from concept to production. Apply strong engineering judgment for material selection, design methodologies, and validation approaches to achieve performance and manufacturability goals. Plan and execute internal design reviews with comprehensive documentation, risk assessment, and corrective action closure. Review, evaluate, and approve engineering modifications backed by testing, analysis, and documentation. Develop and communicate specifications to vendors using 3D CAD , 2D drawings , GD&T , and engineering standards while applying DRM, DFM, DFX, and Six Sigma methodologies. Support manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing processes, troubleshooting prototype and production challenges. Create and approve engineering drawings, BOMs, manufacturing release documentation, and change records. Lead external vendor collaboration for scaling electro-mechanical components and thermal systems into production-ready solutions. Drive improvements in part quality, cost, reliability, and operational efficiency throughout the product lifecycle. Lead root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions for design and production issues. Communicate technical decisions, design trade-offs, project plans, and risks to leadership and stakeholders. Requirements Proven ability to independently drive large-scale engineering programs, mentor junior engineers, and interact with customers. Strong experience with high-volume manufacturing processes including stamping, casting, machining, welding (composites a plus). Expertise in designing structural components, mechanisms, tools, jigs, and fixtures while optimizing for cost, durability, thermal performance, and weight. Hands-on experience in prototyping, testing, validation, and failure analysis. Strong knowledge of solid mechanics , load cases, and failure mechanisms. Proficiency with GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis. Experience developing mass-production components along with engineering documentation (BOMs, SOPs, release notes, ECOs). Familiarity with Design Thinking , FMEA , and design validation testing. Ability to define FEA requirements and interpret results for engineering decisions. Experience collaborating with manufacturing, testing, quality, and supplier teams to deliver production-ready components. Good to Have Experience in automotive domains such as interiors, chassis, suspension, powertrain, or steering systems. Knowledge of regulatory and safety standards for industrial machinery and automation. Formal training or certifications in Design Thinking. Contributions to patents, publications, or innovation. Strong awareness of industry trends and emerging technologies. Eligibility B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical, Automotive, or Aerospace Engineering from Tier-1 or Tier-2 institutions. 5–8 years of relevant product development experience across full lifecycle. Minimum 2 years of technical leadership experience.