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Senior Manager - Design Development

Location: 

Tamil Nadu, IN, 600032

Requisition ID:  2634

Details

Position: Senior Manager - Design Development

Location: Chennai, India 

Job Summary/Overview

This is a strategic and technical leadership role focused initially on local mechanical design development of key products. Over a period of 1–2 years, the role will evolve into a Coordinating Manager for the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Chennai, acting as a bridge between the European HQ and the local engineering team supporting global customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Product Design Ownership: Lead the design and development of specified products locally. Translate global specifications into manufacturable designs.
  • 3D Modeling & CAD Development: Create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and drawings using SolidWorks or equivalent tools. Ensure design accuracy, manufacturability, and compliance with CE/IS standards.
  • Engineering Analysis: Conduct FEA, material selection, and tolerance studies. Validate designs through simulation and testing.
  • Prototype Development: Identify and manage external design partners/vendors. Oversee prototype fabrication, testing, and approval.
  • Documentation & Release: Prepare BOMs, technical specifications, and release packages. Manage engineering change control and versioning.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with sourcing, manufacturing, and sales teams. Support cost optimization and design-for-manufacturing initiatives.
  • Team Supervision: Guide engineers handling Order Management, Offer Management, Spares Engineering, and Service Support.
  • Process Standardization: Develop and implement SOPs, templates, and workflows. Ensure consistency and quality in engineering outputs.
  • Global Coordination: Act as the technical liaison between European HQ and Chennai CoE. Align local engineering efforts with global standards and timelines.
  • Performance Management: Monitor KPIs for design quality, turnaround time, and customer satisfaction. Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Talent Development: Mentor junior engineers and foster a collaborative culture. Support training and capability building across the CoE.

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

  • Strong CAD and simulation expertise.
  • Well versed with necessary design development software & process
  • Deep understanding of industrial equipment design.
  • Excellent communication and cross-cultural collaboration skills.
  • Leadership and mentoring capabilities.
  • Exposure to global engineering standards and practices

Required Qualifications

  • B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering.
  • 12–15 years in mechanical design, product development, and engineering leadership. Proven track record in large engineering firms

 

About Columbus McKinnon:

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials.  Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems.  We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how.  Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes.  We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.

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