Lead Mechanical Designer – New Product Development (NPD)

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Boatload Minds

India, Tamil Nadu, Coimbatore Full-Time On-site

Posted 9 hours ago • Apply by June 8, 2026

Job Description

Role Overview

We are looking for a seasoned Lead Mechanical Designer to drive our New Product Development (NPD) initiatives. This is a critical leadership role for an individual who is not just technically proficient but also passionate about taking concepts from scratch to mass production. If you possess a deep understanding of fabrication technologies, electromechanical systems, and a "hustler" mindset, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Development:

Concept to Reality: Lead the end-to-end design process, translating complex concepts into physical objects.
Technical Execution: Design sheet metal, weldments, surface models, and molded components.
Documentation: Generate detailed, accurate drawings for parts and assemblies, incorporating GD&T and stack-up analysis.
BOM Management: Prepare and maintain comprehensive Bill of Materials (BOM) for all active projects.
Prototyping & Testing: Lead the design and development of new prototypes; review and perform rigorous tests to finalize designs for mass production.
Strategic & Operational Excellence:
Optimization: Continuously analyze new components, materials, and technologies to enhance product quality while minimizing costs (VA/VE).
Redesign: Evaluate existing products to drive functionality enhancements or cost reductions.
Technical Control: Oversee the preparation, review, and control of internal technical documentation.
Root Cause Analysis: Lead investigations into design or production failures to implement permanent solutions.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the bridge between Planning, Manufacturing, and Quality departments to ensure seamless execution.

What You Bring (Qualifications)

Experience: 10+ years of relevant experience in New Product Development (NPD).
Design Tools: Sound proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
Core Competencies:

Hands-on expertise in drafting, detailing, modeling, surfacing, and concept designing.
Deep specialization in all types of Metal and Plastics.
Expertise in fabrication technologies: cutting, forming, punching, stamping, shearing, and welding.
Strong knowledge of material selection and electromechanical systems.

Methodologies: * Experience with DFM, DFS, DFA, and DFMEA.

Load test analysis.
Six Sigma and 5S principles.
VA/VE (Value Analysis/Value Engineering).

Technical Detail: Thorough understanding of GD&T and stack-up analysis.

What You Will Enjoy (Benefits & Culture)

Growth: Excellent learning and career progression opportunities under the guidance of experienced mentors.
Environment: Be part of a team of innovative "hustlers" who are passionate about what they do.
Compensation: Competitive salary package aligned with industry standards.
Well-being: Employee-friendly policies that prioritize your work-life balance. We encourage regular breaks—and we make sure those breaks are well-powered by food, snacks, and beverages!
Engagement: Frequent team-building activities to keep the energy high and the connections strong.