Senior Design & Development Engineer

PadCare Labs Pvt. Ltd.; Pune District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

PadCare Labs Pvt. Ltd. in Pune invites a Senior Design and Development Engineer to drive hardware innovation.

You will own product design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing, with hands-on fabrication and CAD leadership. The role emphasizes sustainable, cost‑efficient solutions and cross‑functional collaboration. The ideal candidate has 4–6 years in mechanical design, strong SolidWorks skills, and experience guiding projects from ideation through field deployment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Production Engineering or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering.
• 4–6 years of experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Experience in team handling and project execution.
• Experience in managing multiple projects and coordinating with vendors or manufacturing teams.
• Strong 3D CAD modeling skills – SolidWorks proficiency is essential.
• Knowledge of design for manufacturing processes – turning, milling, welding, and sheet metal fabrication.
• Understanding of mechanical design principles and prototyping methods.
• Hands‑on experience with product lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with safety standards and regulatory compliance for mechanical products.
• Technical documentation and BOM creation.
• Culture Fit:Must align with PadCare’s values –Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Collaboration, Customer-First, Innovation.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of product design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing.
• Create accurate 3D CAD models, detailed part and assembly drawings, and BOM to support manufacturing.
• Lead the end-to-end product development cycle from ideation to manufacturing and field implementation.
• Take responsibility for team handling and effective execution of projects.
• Analyze and optimize existing designs for improved performance, cost‑efficiency, and sustainability.
• Develop functional prototypes, conduct product testing, and incorporate user feedback into iterative improvements.
• Provide on‑ground support during product development, trials, and implementation as required.
• Plan and manage design projects including timeline, budget, and workflow tracking.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and cross‑functional teams to brainstorm and implement innovative product solutions

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

3D CAD modeling

Design for manufacturing

Product lifecycle management

Mechanical design

Engineering principles

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Production Engineering

Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

At PadCare, we’re on a mission to make hygiene sustainable. Founded in 2018, we have developed India’s first patented sanitary napkin recycling technology—PadCareX.

But we’re not just solving a waste problem, we’re building a circular economy that champions environmental resilience and social equity. Our service model closes the loop starting from collection, recycling, and transforming single-use sanitary napkins into sustainable materials, while also creating dignified jobs for marginalized waste workers, especially women, across the country.

With 100+ changemakers across 25+ cities, PadCare is driving real impact—for people and the planet. Recognized by Forbes, the World Economic Forum, and more, we believe business can be a force for good. If you do too, PadCare is where your purpose finds a home.

To learn more about the work that PadCare is doing, check out the website: www.padcarelabs.com

Job Description

Role overview & Key responsibilities:

The Senior Design and Development Engineer will play a key role in driving PadCare’s hardware innovation by taking ownership of product design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing. The role requires strong CAD skills, hands‑on fabrication knowledge, and a deep understanding of engineering principles to deliver high-quality sustainable products that align with PadCare’s mission.

Create accurate 3D CAD models, detailed part and assembly drawings, and Bill of Materials (BOM) to support manufacturing and assembly.

Lead the end‑to‑end product development cycle – from ideation and prototyping to manufacturing and field implementation.

Take responsibility for team handling and effective execution of projects.

Analyze and optimize existing designs for improved performance, cost‑efficiency, and sustainability.

Develop functional prototypes, conduct product testing, and incorporate user feedback into iterative improvements.

Provide on‑ground support during product development, trials, and implementation as required.

Plan and manage design projects including timeline, budget, and workflow tracking.

Collaborate with engineers, designers, and cross‑functional teams to brainstorm and implement innovative product solution

Requirements

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Production Engineering or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering.
• 4–6 years of experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Experience in team handling and project execution.
• Experience in managing multiple projects and coordinating with vendors or manufacturing teams
• Strong 3D CAD modeling skills – SolidWorks proficiency is essential.
• Knowledge of design for manufacturing processes – turning, milling, welding, and sheet metal fabrication.
• Understanding of mechanical design principles and prototyping methods.
• Hands‑on experience with product lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with safety standards and regulatory compliance for mechanical products.
• Technical documentation and BOM creation.
• Culture Fit:Must align with PadCare’s values –Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Collaboration, Customer-First, Innovation.

Work Mode: Full-time; based in Pune.

Why Join us:

• Compensation: Competitive salary in line with industry standards.
• Growth Path: Opportunity to scale into Design Lead and beyond as PadCare expands globally.
• Purpose With Impact: Join a mission‑driven team transforming menstrual hygiene through sustainable solutions that uplift women’s health, the environment, and sanitation workers' dignity.
• Eco-Warrior in Action: Help recycle millions of sanitary pads and actively reduce landfill waste and carbon emissions—real impact, not just buzzwords.
• Innovation Meets Heart: Be part of a team that blends empathy with patented 5D recycling tech to build the future of circular economy.
• Grow With Us: We’re a fast‑growing, venture‑backed startup offering real opportunities to scale your career as we scale our impact.
• A Culture That Cares: Work in a space where collaboration, inclusivity, and purpose aren’t just values—they’re how we roll every day.