Senior Design and Development Manager

Position Summary

To carry out design, engineering, and product development of advanced electro-mechanical security screening systems, including X-Ray Baggage Scanners, Under Vehicle Surveillance Systems (UVSS), X-Ray Body Scanners, Cargo Inspection Systems, and related security products. The role involves end-to-end product development, engineering analysis, manufacturing support, vendor development, quality assurance, and cross-functional project leadership.

Educational Qualification

• B.Tech./B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from Govt. Engg College
• M.Tech. (Preferred)

Experience

• 15–20 years of relevant experience in design, product development, and engineering of electro-mechanical systems.
• Experience in security screening equipment, industrial machinery, automation systems, special-purpose machines (SPM), medical imaging equipment, or similar products preferred.
• Proven experience in working multidisciplinary engineering products.

Key Responsibilities Product Design

• Lead the complete product development lifecycle from concept to commercialization.
• Design and develop electro-mechanical systems for security screening and inspection equipment.
• Prepare product specifications, design requirements, technical documentation, and engineering standards.
• Drive innovation and continuous product improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, regulatory, and industry standards.

Engineering Analysis & Validation

• Conduct and supervise engineering calculations and analyses including:

  • Structural analysis
  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
  • Thermal analysis
  • Vibration and fatigue analysis
  • Reliability engineering

• Validate designs through simulations, prototyping, testing, and field performance evaluations.

• Design reviews, failure analysis, root cause investigations, and corrective actions.

Product Development

• Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure design for manufacturability (DFM), design for assembly (DFA), and cost optimization.
• Develop production processes and assembly methodologies.
• Support pilot production, process validation, and production ramp-up activities.
• Identify opportunities for product cost reduction and operational efficiency.
• Evaluate, qualify, and develop suppliers and manufacturing partners.
• Conduct vendor assessments and technical evaluations.
• Collaborate with procurement teams for sourcing of critical components and assemblies.
• Negotiate technical specifications and ensure supplier compliance with quality standards.

Project Management

• Lead multiple product development projects simultaneously.
• Develop project schedules, resource plans, and risk analysis.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including electronics, software, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and service departments.
• Monitor project milestones and ensure timely delivery.

Technical Skills Required

• Strong expertise in electro-mechanical product design and development.

• Proficiency in CAD software such as:

  • SolidWorks
  • AutoCAD

• Experience with engineering simulation tools:

  • ANSYS
  • SolidWorks Simulation

• Strong Knowledge of:

  • Sheet metal design
  • Structural fabrication
  • Precision mechanical assemblies
  • Motion systems and mechanisms
  • Electrical enclosure design
  • Industrial standards and safety regulations

• Familiarity with PLM/PDM systems and engineering change management.

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability.

• Excellent communication.

• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.

• Strong decision-making and project execution capabilities.

• Customer centric approach.