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Seeds Renewables; Vadodara; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Seeds Renewables is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for new product development at its Vadodara campus. The role includes responsibilities like leading product design, conducting risk analysis, and collaborating with global teams. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 10 years of experience in product development or OEM industries. Proficiency in CAD tools like Creo is essential. This position offers the chance to work on advanced water treatment technologies while being part of a highly motivated team.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in product development or OEM industries.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles and industry standards.
• Deep expertise in water and wastewater treatment technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support new product development initiatives with design validation and prototyping.
• Lead end-to-end product design from concept to detailed design.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical queries.
• Conduct technical risk analysis and FMEA for design validation.
• Manage assigned tasks ensuring quality and timely execution.

Skills

CAD proficiency (Creo preferred)

Pressure vessel design knowledge

International standards knowledge

Hands-on manufacturing experience

Mechanical system design experience

Education

4-Year bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

4 + 2-Year master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

Inventor

Windchill

DBWorks

Vault

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer – Product Development

In-person · Vadodara, GJ, IN

7 months ago

Job Description

GCC Vadodara campus seeks to hire a highly motivated Mechanical Design Engineer – New Product Development (NPD) who can contribute to the growth of Xylem's India Technology Center and its expansion into disruptive technology and business solutions. This role is central to advancing Xylem’s water treatment technology portfolio through innovative product development, design optimization, and collaboration with global teams. The selected candidate will work on prototyping, validation, and transition‑to‑manufacturing of new products, leveraging expertise in mechanical design, advanced manufacturing methods, and simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Support new product development (NPD) initiatives with design validation, prototyping, testing, and smooth transition to manufacturing.
• Lead end‑to‑end product design from concept to detailed design.
• Apply innovative thinking to improve systems and components, asking critical questions and finding solutions even with fuzzy or evolving requirements.
• Collaborate with suppliers, production, and cross‑functional teams to resolve technical queries and ensure design/material compliance.
• Leverage expertise in welded and cast constructions for robust product designs.
• Work with CAD tools (Creo preferred; SolidWorks/Inventor welcome) and PLM systems (Windchill, DBWorks, Vault) for product design and documentation.
• Prepare conceptual and detailed product models, manufacturing drawings, and BOMs.
• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies; create detailed drawings and BOMs.
• Conduct technical risk analysis and FMEA for design validation.
• Coordinate with vendors for RFQs, techno‑commercial evaluations, and compliance reviews.
• Provide technical support during prototyping and production; troubleshoot and resolve mechanical design and assembly issues.
• Collaborate with cross functional team for advanced analyses such as static calculations, vibration studies, and FEA simulations.
• Bring or develop knowledge in advanced manufacturing methods such as 3D printing (metal/plastic), injection molding, and plastic (PE) welding fabrication.
• Apply (or willingness to learn) hydraulic and heat simulation techniques as part of design validation and optimization.
• Partner with regional/global teams to ensure alignment with project requirements and customer needs.
• Independently manage assigned tasks, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely execution.
• Willingness to travel globally for prototype testing and international project alignment.

Must Have

• Proficiency in at least one CAD platform: Creo preferred; SolidWorks/Inventor welcome.
• Knowledge of pressure vessel design principles and standards such as ASME.
• Strong knowledge of international standards and industry codes in mechanical design.
• Hands‑on manufacturing or OEM industry experience.
• Solid understanding of mechanical system design, application, and fabrication.

Good to Have

• Experience with disinfection technologies such as UV, Chlorination and ozone systems.
• Exposure to wastewater treatment systems and equipment design.
• Knowledge of product validation, testing, and reliability methodologies.
• Familiarity with PLM tools such as Windchill, DBWorks, Vault.
• Project management skills for coordinating cross‑functional tasks, timelines, and deliverables.
• Cross‑functional collaboration skills and experience working with global supplier networks.
• Awareness of emerging technologies in advanced manufacturing (e.g., 3D printing, injection molding, welding) and simulation.

Qualifications

• 4‑Year bachelor’s degree / 4 + 2-Year master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in product development, sustain engineering, or OEM industries.
• Deep expertise in water and wastewater disinfection technologies, with awareness of emerging trends and innovations.