Assistant Manager Design & Engineering

WCI Williams Controls India Private Limited; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Curtiss‑Wright seeks a Lead Design Engineer to direct complex CAD software design projects, establish technical approaches and standards, and align with mechanical, materials, environmental, and reliability requirements.

The role leads development of CAD applications, evaluations, and documentation, while coordinating with globally distributed teams to enable high‑quality subsystem design, fabrication, and deployment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8–12+ years of CAD software development, design engineering, or systems engineering.
• Advanced proficiency with CAD platforms, design automation, modeling tools.
• Strong knowledge of materials science, mechanical design, environmental and reliability testing.
• Ability to lead complex design projects and evaluate vendor and material suitability.

Responsibilities

• Develop the Concept Design for Electromechanical Product. Include Part Modelling, Actuation system, Proto Build to prove the Design (20%).
• Work on Project Documentation per APQP Guidelines.
• Do the Design Calculation, Simulation of Components, Tolerance Stack up, DFMEA (30%).
• Define material, equipment, and supply requirements, and assess vendor capabilities to support design execution and project needs (20%).
• Support mechanical design, materials science, environmental testing, reliability, and failure‑analysis activities to ensure robust system performance (20%).
• Coordinate with geographically distributed engineering teams to drive timely integration, fabrication, and deployment of subsystem designs (10%).

Skills

CAD platforms

Materials science

Leadership

GD&T

Electro-mechanical

VAVE projects

8D methodology

Vendor evaluation

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Computer Science or related

Tools

APQP Guidelines

DFMEA

Design automation

Modeling tools

Engineering simulations tools

Job description

The Lead Design Engineer directs complex CAD software design projects, establishing technical approaches, system parameters, and engineering standards while ensuring alignment with mechanical, materials, environmental, and reliability requirements. The role leads the development of CAD applications, utilities, and design documentation, evaluates materials and vendors, and collaborates across globally distributed engineering teams to enable high‑quality subsystem design, fabrication, and deployment.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop the Concept Design for Electromechanical Product. Where need to work on the Part Modelling, Actuation system, Proto Build to prove the Design. (20%).
• Need to Work on Project Documentation per APQP Guidelines.
• Do the Design Calculation, Simulation of Components, Tolerance Stack up, DFMEA (30%).
• Define material, equipment, and supply requirements, and assess vendor capabilities to support design execution and project needs (20%).
• Support mechanical design, materials science, environmental testing, reliability, and failure‑analysis activities to ensure robust system performance (20%).
• Coordinate with geographically distributed engineering teams to drive timely integration, fabrication, and deployment of subsystem designs (10%).

Representative Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline
• 8–12+ years of progressive experience in CAD software development, design engineering, or systems engineering
• Advanced proficiency with CAD platforms, design automation, modeling tools, and engineering analysis methods
• Strong knowledge of materials science, mechanical design principles, and environmental and reliability testing practices
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex design projects, make high‑level technical decisions, and evaluate vendor and material suitability
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including experience working with distributed engineering teams
• Knowledge of Tolerancing system, GD&T, Stack up, Spring Calculations
• Knowledge of Elctro mechanical system, PCB, Magnet, IC
• Experience of Field Failure Analysis, 8D Tools
• Experience in VAVE Projects to deliver the Department Saving Goals
• Proven ability to solve complex technical problems and deliver high‑quality design outputs
• Commitment to mentoring, cross‑functional partnership, and continuous improvement in engineering practices

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export‑controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export‑controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss‑Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. For US Applicants: EEO is The Law – click here for more information. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss‑Wright is an integrated, market‑facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well‑balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss‑Wright.

Values

• Leadership We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.
• Customer Focus We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.
• Teamwork & Trust Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.
• Respect for People We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.
• Integrity We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

• Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss‑Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!
• Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!
• Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.