Mechanical Design Engineer- DM/ Manager/ Sr. Manager

About Havells CRI

Havells India Limited is one of India's leading Fast Moving Electrical Goods (FMEG) companies with a strong presence across Consumer Durables, Electrical Products, Switchgear, Lighting, Cables, Appliances and Industrial Solutions.

The Center for Research & Innovation (CRI) serves as the technology and product development hub for Havells, driving innovation across multiple product categories. CRI works on cutting-edge product development, engineering excellence, value engineering, sustainability, advanced manufacturing technologies, and customer-centric innovation to create next-generation products for domestic and international markets.

Role Summary

We are looking for experienced Mechanical Design Engineers and Design Leaders to join our growing R&D teams at Havells CRI, Noida.

This role offers an opportunity to lead the design and development of innovative products across multiple categories including:

• Electric Wiring Accessories (EWA)
• Domestic Switchgear
• Industrial Switchgear
• Small Domestic Appliances
• Large Appliances
• Fans & Air Movement Products
• Consumer Durable Products

Candidate will play a key role in product innovation, concept engineering, design validation, value engineering, and new product development while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

Product Design & Development

• Lead end-to-end mechanical design and development of new products and product platforms.
• Create innovative product concepts, detailed engineering designs, 3D CAD models, and manufacturing drawings.
• Develop products meeting performance, quality, reliability, safety, cost and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct design reviews and design validation activities throughout the product development lifecycle.

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Drive Stage-Gate based New Product Development processes.
• Work closely with Industrial Design, Product Management and Manufacturing teams for successful product commercialization.
• Develop prototypes and ensure timely validation through testing and design iterations.
• Support pilot production and production stabilization activities.

Engineering Excellence

• Perform Design FMEA, Risk Assessments and Design Verification activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct tolerance stack-up analysis, GD&T application and root cause analysis.
• Drive value engineering and cost optimization initiatives.

Technical Competencies

• Strong expertise in Product Design and Engineering Fundamentals
• Proficiency in Creo / Pro-E, Windchill, AutoCAD and other CAD tools
• Knowledge of DFMEA, GD&T, Design Validation and Engineering Change Management
• Understanding of manufacturing processes such as Injection Molding, Sheet Metal, Die Casting and Assembly Processes
• Experience in New Product Development (NPD) and Stage Gate Processes
• Value Engineering and Cost Optimization knowledge

Desired Candidate Profile

Experience

• 6 to 15 years of experience in Mechanical Product Design and Development.
• Experience in consumer products, appliances, switchgear, electrical products, automotive components, industrial products or related manufacturing industries.
• Exposure to complete product lifecycle development.
• Prior team handling experience preferred for Manager, Sr. Manager and AGM positions.

Education

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (Mandatory)
• M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering preferred
• Candidates from Tier-1 and Tier-2 engineering institutes will be preferred