Product Design Engineer

About Us

Next Big Innovation Labs® (NBIL) is a ten year old Bioprinting company based out of Bangalore, India. The company is recognised under the Startup India and Startup Karnataka Schemes. NBIL is funded by the Karnataka State Government, Central Government, Tata Trusts and Lockheed Martin.

We are an interdisciplinary team of people who hail from backgrounds of biotechnology, engineering, business and strategy. Since its founding in May 2016, NBIL is backed by grants from the Central Government (Biotech Ignition Grant), StateGovernment (Idea2POCGrant), Tata and Lockheed Martin (India Innovation Growth Program 2.0)(Totalling upto INR 1.25 Crores). NBIL has started operations at Frankfurt and Berlin at Germany and is an incubatee as a part of Merck’s Accelerator Program at Darmstadt.

Company Mission – To develop products and services using 3D Bioprinting to enhance and improve healthcare, cosmetic and clinical research. To push the boundaries of 3D Bioprinting technology to widen the applications of the technology.

Company Vision – To bridge the gap between Global Organ Availability and Demand by achieving in-vitro organogenesis via the disruptive technology of 3D Bioprinting.

Technology – NBIL has developed India’s first commercial 3D Bioprinters (Trivima) that are being built, with a high level of customizations, for some of the premiere institutes in India and around the world. Our goal in this domain is to continuously develop technology that can provide an impetus to the research done within and outside NBIL. With installations across IIT Madras, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Delhi, IIT Dharwad, IIT Hyderabad, AIIMS (New Delhi) and many more, Trivima is now scaling to reach international customers.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and hands-on Product Design Engineer with proven experience in developing real-world products from concept to commercialization. The candidate must demonstrate strong proficiency in Autodesk Fusion 360 and possess the ability to translate conceptual ideas into manufacturable, reliable, and scalable products. This role demands ownership across the entire product lifecycle and a deep understanding of both design intent and real-world execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead product design using Fusion 360 including 3D modeling, assemblies, simulation, and CAM toolpath generation
• Drive end-to-end product development: concept design, prototyping, validation, iteration, and final production release
• Develop functional prototypes using additive and subtractive manufacturing techniques
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including electronics, manufacturing, and operations
• Ensure designs are optimized for performance, cost efficiency, and manufacturability (DFM/DFA)
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve design and assembly challenges during development and production
• Prepare and maintain detailed engineering documentation including CAD files, technical drawings, BOMs, and revision histories
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous product improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Product Design, or related discipline
• Hands-on experience using Fusion 360 as the primary CAD/CAM tool
• Proven contribution to at least one product that is currently available in the market
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals, material selection, and manufacturing processes
• Experience in rapid prototyping, testing, and validation of physical systems
• Ability to interpret real-world constraints and translate them into practical design solutions

Preferred Experience

• Development of drones or UAV systems2 Robotics and automation systems
• 3D printer design and development
• Medical device product development
• Desktop machines or precision engineering systems

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced and iterative development environments
• Attention to detail with a focus on product reliability and quality
• Hands-on mindset with the ability to build, test, and refine designs
• Understanding of tolerances, fits, and assembly processes

What We’re Looking For (Non-Negotiables)

• A builder mindset: not just a CAD designer, but someone who has physically built and tested products
• Ownership and accountability for complete product lifecycle
• Ability to understand design intent and translate it into working hardware
• Strong team player with proactive communication
• Experience in delivering products that have reached real users or customers

Bonus Skills (Good to Have)

• Experience with simulation tools (FEA, CFD, motion analysis)
• Basic understanding of electronics integration and hardware interfacing
• Exposure to embedded systems or firmware interaction
• Experience working in startup or rapid prototyping environments