Sr Engineer – Product Engineering

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ing engineering fundamentals and practical problem solving to design components, subassemblies, and systems in all aspects of bathroom, showering & styling space module new product development. Managing the projects individually as well as in a team environment by ensuring timeline and quality requirements from business units.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive and analyze project request through proper channel, and estimate the scope, timelines and any other specific requirements.

• Should be able to assist in planning and coming up with solutions for large projects should be able to independently handle small individual projects.

• Product Knowledge, Technical skills and other software tools

• Should be able design and develop product, assemblies, and components for Domestic appliances & consumer products.

• Executes necessary product development process deliverables to support a successful launch. Examples include Bills of Material, Product Compliance Documentation, Engineering Drawings, etc.
• Maintains state-of-the-art awareness of relevant product technologies.
• Originates ideas for product and component features, modifications, and new products.
• Continually seeks a deep understanding of customer and installer needs. Proactively takes steps to improve their experience and institutionalize learning.
• Receives general direction but exercises discretion as to personal work details. Makes appropriate decisions using decision support tools and critical thinking. Willing and successful in taking moderate risk.
• Able to work on concept layouts along with preliminary design feasibility and DFMEA.
• Should be expert in the CAD tool (CREO)
• Should be able to carry out basic design calculations.
• Should be able to carry out GD&T and tolerance stack-ups
• Should be aware of DFMAS (Design for manufacturability, assembly, and serviceability) and design for environment.
• Should be knowledgeable about design & development for manufacturing processes preferably plastic, sheet metal and various casting processes
• Should be knowledgeable about tool design & development for different manufacturing processes
• Should be aware of finite element analysis.
• Should have basic knowledge of manufacturing engineering and Jigs/fixtures design
• He should be able to work with Windchill PLM and data management systems

• He should be able to work on ERP (preferably SAP) systems under manager's guidance.

• In case of multiple projects on-hand, prioritize the projects with close coordination with the business unit.

• Should be able to assist in prioritizing medium projects and should be able to independently prioritize multiple small projects.

• Execute/allocate the project requests by meeting the business unit requirements in respect to scope, timeline, and specifics.

• Work in coordination with reporting manager and team to execute and complete the project from start to end by ensuring timeline and quality.

• Should be able to provide and seek solutions to resolve technical as well as non-technical issues that may affect the project with a proactive approach.
• Keep manager updated on all project related issues, concerns and achievements and seek his support whenever required.
• Should be able to work and handle individual projects efficiently.
• Seek and implement corrective actions and preventive measures regarding quality and timelines for the projects and maintain proper documentation under the guidance of the manager.
• Provide value added suggestions for design improvements and cost reductions, wherever required.

• Should be able to handle simple projects and contribute to complex projects under guidance of the superiors.

• Generate and manage daily time logs and related reports.

• Ensure project status is up to date

• Also update project information at the appropriate database

• Assist/ guide junior associates and trainees in documentation

• Ensure all set process are followed with allowed deviation from the business units and develop as well as document new processes and design practices as per business needs

• Should be conversant with the set processes which relate to his work function

• Consistently follow the set processes thoroughly

• Learn and adapt processes related to work function.

• Ensure all Kohler core competencies are well understood and practiced.

• Should be eager to learn about the latest developments in the field of technology with respect to the job requirements.

• Miscellaneous documentation as assigned.

RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTS:

Supervisory Relationships:

• Reports to manager

Organization Relationships:

• Equivalent counterparts of business units

External Business Relationships:

• Third party service providers

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Master of Engineering degree with 3-5 year of relevant experience or Bachelor of Engineering degree with min. 5-7 years of relevant experience of relevant experience.

Experience

5 to 7 years

Mandatory Skills

CAD, Creo, Design, Windchill, Product Development, New Product Development, Product Design, Product Designer

Location

Pune, Maharashtra, India