Research & Development

Kirloskar Oil Engines Limited; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirloskar Oil Engines Limited in Khadki invites a Deputy Manager (MG3) to drive strategic projects in the R&D Business Unit. You will lead the design and development of genset systems and components, create detailed 3D models, and produce manufacturing drawings using CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Creo or CATIA, ensuring performance, durability and cost optimization.

Collaborating with Manufacturing, Sourcing, Quality and Production, you will drive DFMs, support prototype testing, validate

Qualifications

• Design and development of genset systems and components.
• Create 3D models and manufacturing drawings using CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA).
• Ensure design accuracy, performance, durability, manufacturability and cost optimization.
• Perform engineering calculations and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Support CAE-based validations and material selection.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Sourcing, Quality and Production teams.
• Drive DFMs and prototype testing, design validation in CAE.
• Support VA/VE initiatives to reduce costs while maintaining quality.

Skills

Genset design

CAD tooling

Tolerance analysis

CAe collaboration

Manufacturing interfacing

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

CATIA

Job description

Deputy Manager (MG3) - Strategic Projects & TPL Department - Research & Development Business Unit - Khadki

• As a Genset Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and development of genset systems and components, including base frames, acoustic enclosures, fuel tanks, cooling systems, exhaust layouts, and engine-alternator integration structures. You will create detailed 3D models and manufacturing drawings using CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Creo, or CATIA while ensuring design accuracy, performance, durability, manufacturability, and cost optimization.
• The role involves performing engineering calculations, tolerance stack-up analysis, and supporting structural, thermal, and vibration-related design validations in collaboration with CAE teams. You will also contribute to material selection, manufacturing process improvements, and VA/VE initiatives to enhance product efficiency and reduce production costs.
• Working closely with Manufacturing, Sourcing, Quality, and Production teams, you will ensure Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and support prototype development, testing, and issue resolution during product development and production stages.