Production Head

8 hours ago

Vapi, Gujarat, India Tecknotrove Systems (I) Pvt Ltd Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

Job Description – Production Head (Design, Development & Prototyping)

Location:
Vapi, Gujarat

Department:
Manufacturing & R&D

Position:
Production Head – Design, Development & Prototyping

Reports to:
Chief Operations Officer

Role Overview

The Production Head will lead the end-to-end design, development, and prototyping activities
at Tecknotrove's manufacturing facility in Vapi. This role is pivotal in transforming conceptual designs into functional prototypes, ensuring timely handover for production, and maintaining the highest standards of innovation, quality, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Development

  • Oversee the translation of CAD/SolidWorks designs into manufacturable prototypes.
  • Collaborate with the R&D and project teams to refine designs for performance, ergonomics, and manufacturability.
  • Ensure design iterations incorporate feedback from testing and client requirements.

Prototyping & Production Readiness

  • Lead prototyping of mechanical, electronic, and software-integrated systems for simulators.
  • Validate prototype performance against design and functional specifications.
  • Develop SOPs, BOMs, and work instructions for seamless transition from prototype to production.

Team & Resource Management

  • Manage a cross-functional team of engineers, designers, and technicians.
  • Ensure optimal utilisation of manpower, machinery, and materials.
  • Foster collaboration between design, quality, and production teams.

Quality & Compliance

  • Ensure prototypes meet industry standards, safety regulations, and defence/aerospace compliance requirements.
  • Establish QA/QC checks during prototyping and initial production runs.
  • Maintain documentation for audits, trials, and client demonstrations.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

  • Introduce best practices in design for manufacturability (DFM) and prototyping efficiency.
  • Drive lean manufacturing and cost optimisation initiatives during development.
  • Benchmark global trends in simulation hardware and apply learnings.

Stakeholder Coordination

  • Work closely with COO, project managers, and client representatives to align prototype development with project milestones.
  • Provide regular updates on design progress, challenges, and mitigation measures.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's/Master's in Mechanical / Production / Industrial Engineering (or equivalent).
  • 12–18 years of experience in
    manufacturing operations, prototyping, and new product development
    .
  • Strong background in precision engineering, fabrication, assembly, and electronics integration.
  • Hands-on expertise in
    CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.)
    .
  • Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or advanced prototyping techniques preferred.

Key Competencies

  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Technical expertise in design-to-prototype lifecycle.
  • Problem-solving and analytical orientation.
  • High accountability and ability to deliver under tight timelines.
  • Strategic mindset with operational execution capability.

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to lead cutting-edge prototyping for
    simulation technologies
    .
  • Role at the intersection of
    R&D and production
    , with visibility to senior leadership.
  • A dynamic, growth-focused environment with opportunities for professional advancement.

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