Senior Design Development Engineer

PadCare; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

PadCare, a Pune-based startup pioneering India\'s first patented sanitary napkin recycling technology, seeks a Senior Design and Development Engineer to lead hardware innovations from concept to production. You will own CAD design, prototyping, testing, BOMs, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver sustainable products aligned with PadCare’s mission.

Based in Pune, this full-time role offers the chance to shape end-to-end product development, manage projects and teams, and drive scalable

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

• Create accurate 3D CAD models, detailed part and assembly drawings, and BOM to support manufacturing and assembly.
• Lead 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 solutions.

Skills

CAD design

SolidWorks

3D CAD modeling

Project management

Team leadership

Mechanical engineering

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Production Engineering

Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SOLIDWORKS

Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)

BOM management

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.

Oh, and you must have seen us on an episode of Shark Tank India, Season 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7q0cmPtpJRo

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

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

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-gowing, 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.