Associate Lead Engineer - Mechanical

Barry-Wehmiller Companies Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,600,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Barry-Wehmiller Companies in India (Global Competency Center) seeks a Lead Mechanical Engineer to independently execute conventional engineering work on complex machines such as Secondary Packaging machinery, End of Line automation equipment, and discrete product machineries—from concept to BOM release.

You will lead design and development, perform analyses, and support project execution with senior guidance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics engineering.
• 10+ years of hands-on design and development experience.
• Experience with OEMs; exposure to installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting field issues.

Responsibilities

• Prepare DFMEA and risk assessments; develop functional specifications and SRS.
• Deliver fabrication drawings with GD&T following ISO/DIN/ANSI standards.
• Support FAT, production teams, and commissioning activities with technical expertise.
• Mentor junior engineers and flag design issues early in project execution.

Skills

Engineering calculations

GD&T

3D CAD

FMEA

FEM/A

Project leadership

Problem solving

Team coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Inventor

Job description

About Us

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Job Description

Join Us. Build a Better World Through Business.

At Barry-Wehmiller Companies, we believe business can be a powerful force for good. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, we are a global leader in manufacturing technology and services. Since our founding in 1885 as a maker of brewing machinery, we've grown through the acquisition of more than 80 companies, serving industries such as packaging, paper converting, sheeting, corrugating, engineering, and IT consulting. In 2016, we ranked No. 10 on the St. Louis Business Journal list of the city's Top 150 Privately Held Companies. What truly sets us apart is our culture—rooted in Truly Human Leadership, a philosophy that prioritizes the well-being and growth of every individual. We measure success by the way we touch lives, not just by financial results.

In India, Barry-Wehmiller operates as a hub of innovation and collaboration through our Global Competency Center (GCC) and other strategic functions. The GCC houses centers of excellence in engineering, content management, sourcing, software development, global IT operations, and shared financial services—providing critical support to Barry-Wehmiller divisions worldwide.

Our Culture

• Ownership - Drive features end-to-end, from design to deployment.
• Flexibility - A friendly, results-oriented environment that respects your time.
• Empowerment - Your ideas matter, and your work creates visible impact.
• Learning and Growth - Tackle complex challenges alongside passionate peers, with continuous support for your development.

Career Development and Global Exposure

At Barry-Wehmiller, your growth is our priority. You'll have access to world-class learning programs, leadership development opportunities, and mentorship from industry experts. Our global footprint means you'll collaborate with teams across continents, gaining exposure to diverse markets, cutting-edge technologies, and best practices from around the world. Whether you aspire to deepen your technical expertise or take on leadership roles, we provide the resources and support to help you thrive. If you're ready to bring your best thinking to a high-impact, future-focused environment—where long-term stability meets start-up agility—and be part of a company that cares deeply about people, we'd love to hear from you.

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Lead Mechanical Engineer who independently executes conventional engineering work on complex machines - Secondary Packaging machinery, End of Line automation equipment, and discrete product machineries - from concept through BOM release.

Works independently in design & development and support, on either redesign of an existing design for a new requirement, or development of a new design for the first time for a given requirement. Should have worked on at least a couple of engineering projects from start to finish: defining the project scope, preparing a DOU/Specification, ideation, concept development, detailed design, design verification, design reviews, FMEA, FEA, DFX, and engineering drawing release. Participates in design reviews and risk assessments, and supports FAT, production teams, and commissioning activities with technical expertise. Growing ability to advise junior engineers and flag design issues proactively during project execution.

Technical Skills

• Engineering: Engineering Mechanics (Statics and Dynamics), Strength of Materials, engineering design from first principles, engineering calculations for design validation, FEA, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance, Stack-up analysis, Hydraulics, Pneumatics
• Materials: Knowledge of engineering materials and material selection for a given requirement; knowledge of conventional and unconventional manufacturing processes and associated tolerances
• Parts selection: Experience in selection of OEM parts (bearings, sprockets, belts, etc.), guided by engineering direction on novel applications
• Industry-specific experience: Discrete machines / SPM / Machine Tool / Automation: Material Handling, Secondary Packaging machinery, End of Line automation equipment, Conveyor systems, Bulk Material handling, Industrial products
• CAD: Ability to create 3D models and associated 2D manufacturing drawings with GD&T. Adherence to CAD standards - ISO, DIN, ANSI; experience in MBD is an added advantage.
• CAD tools - experience using SolidWorks and all its modules; experience with more than one CAD tool is an added advantage.
• Exposure to machine building, installation, and commissioning is an added advantage.

Mandatory Skills

• Product / machine design and development experience following industry best practices.
• Engineering calculations, stack-up analysis, GD&T.
• Good proficiency using engineering tools/techniques such as VAVE, FMEA, FEA, DFX.
• Ability to prepare DFMEA/risk assessments, functional specifications, and SRS documentation independently.
• Selection of material and OEM parts.
• Good understanding of Electricals & Controls used in any product / machine.
• 3D CAD tool skills - SolidWorks (Must) / Creo, Inventor (added advantage).
• Problem solving skills - thinking outside the box, creative solutions for solving problems.
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision on discrete project components.
• Soft Skills: Communication, Coordination, Decision making.
• Attention to detail, Teamwork and team building skills.
• Time management, Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities.
• Excellent Verbal and Written communication skills in English.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics engineering.
• 10+ years of experience, with hands‑on design and development experience.
• Experience with OEMs preferable, with exposure to machine installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting field issues.

Travel

Travel: May need to travel up to 10% each year based on requirements.

Key Result Areas

• Preparing a DOU from an overview provided, estimating effort and schedule, presenting the DOU, seeking clarifications and agreeing on the SOW, effort, and schedule.
• Ability to study and understand existing machine function and the required changes, and initiate technical discussion with respective product managers.
• Value creation and value addition.
• Delivering error‑free manufacturing drawings with GD&T following ISO/DIN/ANSI standards.
• Growing ability to advise and flag design issues proactively for less experienced engineers.
• Project documentation.

Inclusive Hiring

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.

Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Company Overview

Company: BW Corporate GCC Throughout Barry-Wehmiller, we hold ourselves to a unique measure of success: by the way we touch the lives of people. It’s that vision that drives us in creating world‑class experiences and solutions for our customers and unites us around our common goal—to use the power of our business to build a better world.

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