Product Development Manager / Engineer – Core Products & …, Bengaluru

We are looking for a Product Development professional to lead the design and development of sub-assemblies derived from core components, focused on aftermarket applications. The role involves end-to-end ownership—from concept and engineering design to validation, cost optimization, and lifecycle management. Job Description
- Product Strategy: Identify opportunities to develop sub-assemblies using existing core components.
- Concept Development: Define product concepts, specifications, and functional requirements.
- Design & Validation: Design and validate sub-assemblies for performance, durability, and cost efficiency.
- Compatibility: Ensure compatibility across multiple platforms and applications.
- Documentation: Prepare engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation.
- Testing: Coordinate prototyping, testing, and validation activities.
- Improvement: Drive improvements based on field feedback and cost targets.
- Collaboration: Work with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales teams.
- Vendor Support: Support vendor development and sourcing decisions.
- Cost Optimization: Drive value engineering and cost optimization initiatives.
- Lifecycle Management: Manage product lifecycle including upgrades and obsolescence. Technical Knowledge Required
- Strong knowledge of mechanical design, materials, and manufacturing processes
- Experience with assemblies and sub-assemblies development
- Understanding of validation and quality tools (FMEA, APQP, PPAP)
- Familiarity with CAD tools and engineering documentation Experience Required
- 4–7 years of experience in the following:
- Product development or design engineering
- Automotive, aftermarket, or industrial product development
- Sub-assembly or modular product development (preferred) Personal skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Cost-conscious mindset with value engineering approach
- Ability to work cross-functionally in rapid-paced environments
- Strong ownership and accountability
- Clear communication and documentation skills Functional skills
- Strong engineering design and validation capability
- Ability to manage product lifecycle effectively
- Cross-functional coordination and execution Key Interactions Internal (Key interactions within the organization):
- Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales teams
- Engineering and Product Development teams External (Key interactions outside the organization):
- Vendors and suppliers for product development and sourcing Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.in/job/4n77pz