Senior Design & 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.