Principal Mechanical Engineer

You will be part of a Business Unit focused on delivering value-driven products to customers at competitive cost. The team works on commercializing indigenously developed products and collaborates closely with subject matter experts, regional teams, commodity managers, and design authorities.

If you enjoy first-principles thinking, exploring unconventional ideas, and building technology products, this role is an excellent fit.

This role requires specialized depth and broad expertise in mechanical engineering. The candidate will independently solve complex engineering problems, contribute innovative solutions, and lead projects or functional teams.

You will work with minimal supervision, provide technical leadership, and influence product design, development, and process improvements across the product lifecycle.

Design, develop, and modify complex mechanical components, assemblies, layouts, and specifications

Perform advanced engineering analysis (thermal, structural, flow, vibration, etc.)

Apply Design for Excellence (DFx), ergonomics, and safety principles

Generate product specifications and engineering documentation

Develop mechanical tooling, fixturing, and handling systems for assembly/disassembly

Identify and troubleshoot complex design, process, manufacturing, and field issues with minimal supervision

Apply strong analytical reasoning to develop innovative, practical solutions

Evaluate multiple engineering options and recommend optimal solutions

Lead and/or execute engineering projects with moderate complexity and risk

Manage deliverables across product lifecycle stages (concept → prototyping → production)

Support supplier development and drive technical alignment

Mentor junior engineers and act as a technical resource

Establish engineering and operational standards

Interface with internal teams and external customers on complex technical issues

Present engineering solutions and recommendations to leadership

Clearly communicate complex concepts and influence cross-functional stakeholders

Work effectively in global, cross-functional environments

CAD Design – Extensive Experience

Sheet Metal Design, Packaging – Extensive Experience

GD&T – Extensive Experience

Manufacturing Methods – Extensive Experience

Prototyping & Product Development Lifecycle – Extensive Experience

Testing & Validation – Extensive Experience

Material Selection – Extensive Experience

Design for Excellence (DFx), Ergonomics & Safety – Extensive Experience

Technical Documentation – Extensive Experience

Project Management – Extensive Experience

Problem Solving – Subject Matter Expertise

Accuracy & Attention to Detail – Extensive Experience

Independent, self-driven, and proactive

Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset

Fast learner with openness to new ideas

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Ability to work through ambiguity with minimal supervision

Experienced individual contributor with strong ownership

Works independently with guidance only in complex situations

Leads projects or functional modules

Influences engineering strategies and design decisions

Travel: Up to 10%

Employment Type: Full-time (Regular/Assignee)

Location: Bangalore, India