Lead engineer – Product development- Furniture Industry

1 week ago

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India SkilledSquad Consulting Pvt. Ltd. Full time ₹ 60,000 - ₹ 75,000 per year

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Core Area

Deliverables

Technical Leadership

  • Lead a multidisciplinary engineering team through concept creation, prototype builds, validation, and production optimization.
  • Mentor junior engineers, championing best practices and continuous improvement.

Design & Validation

  • Oversee material selection, structural integrity, and design validation (static & dynamic testing), especially for engineered-wood panels and knock-down joinery.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with Concept Design, Product Management, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to ensure technical feasibility and design for manufacturability (DFM).

Documentation & CAD/CAM

  • Develop and review detailed engineering drawings, 3-D models, Bills of Materials (BOMs), joinery details, and installation guides.

Supplier & Factory Interface

  • Work closely with vendors/factories to optimize processes, resolve technical issues, and implement cost-effective solutions.

Cost & Process Optimization

  • Analyze product costs, identify savings opportunities, and drive design-to-cost initiatives without compromising performance.

Must-Have Qualifications & Skills

  • Wood-Panel Engineering Expertise: Proven hands-on experience designing and validating products built from particle-board, MDF, or plywood, including dowel/confirmat joinery, lamination processes, and tolerance management.
  • Industry Experience: 8–12 years in furniture, cabinetry, or related wood-based manufacturing environments.
  • Product Development: Demonstrated success taking multiple products from concept to commercial launch.
  • Engineering Tools:
  • Advanced proficiency in CAD/CAM (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar).
  • Creation of complete drawing packages, BOMs, and GD&T stacks.
  • Strong grasp of knock-down fittings, joinery techniques, and hardware (Hettich, Häfele, etc.).
  • Materials & Processes: In-depth knowledge of wood, upholstery, metals, and associated fabrication/finishing methods.
  • Supplier Collaboration: Experience working with external vendors to refine processes and improve cost, quality, and lead time.
  • Leadership: Proven ability to guide and develop engineering teams, manage priorities, and communicate across functions.

Good to Have

  • Exposure to lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Experience with PLM/ERP systems for BOM management.
  • Knowledge of sustainability standards and eco-friendly material selection.

Education

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design Engineering, or related discipline.

6. What We Offer

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  • Performance-linked incentives and benefits.
  • Opportunity to shape iconic furniture products seen across India and global markets.
  • Collaborative culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹60, ₹75,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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