Sr. Design Engineer – R&D

Küche7; Bhiwandi; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A modular kitchen manufacturing company is seeking a highly experienced Sr. Design Engineer for its R&D department. This role involves design execution, product development, and leading projects for modular kitchen and furniture systems. The ideal candidate must have a B.E/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering along with 6-12 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks, along with a strong understanding of sheet metal design processes, is essential. This position will require mentoring junior designers and facilitating strong coordination between R&D and production teams.

Qualifications

• 6–12 years of experience in Design / R&D.
• Strong experience in modular kitchen / furniture / sheet metal industry.
• Proven experience in handling end-to-end design execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of detailed 2D/3D designs and engineering drawings.
• Take ownership of design side of NPD projects.
• Ensure feasibility for sheet metal fabrication.
• Prepare and validate BOM / BOQ / MBOM.
• Guide and mentor junior design engineers.

Skills

design

modular

accessories

metal design

research & development

manufacturing

prototyping

sheet metal

furniture

new product development

Education

B.E / B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Industry: Modular Kitchen / Furniture Manufacturing

Job Summary

Kuche7 is looking for a highly experienced Sr. Design Engineer – R&D who can take ownership of design execution and product development for modular kitchen and furniture systems.

Job Description

Position: Sr. Design Engineer – R&D

Company: Kuche7 Manufacturing

Department: Research & Development

Location: Bhiwandi Factory

Industry: Modular Kitchen / Furniture Manufacturing

Kuche7 is looking for a highly experienced Sr. Design Engineer – R&D who can take ownership of design execution and product development for modular kitchen and furniture systems. The role requires strong expertise in design engineering, NPD support, and factory coordination, with the ability to lead projects independently and guide junior designers. The candidate will act as a bridge between R&D, Design, and Production teams.

Key Responsibilities

Design Leadership & Execution

• Lead development of detailed 2D/3D designs and engineering drawings
• Own design of carcass systems, shutters, accessories, and modular units
• Ensure designs are accurate, standardized, and production-ready
• Review and approve drawings prepared by junior designers

New Product Development (NPD)

• Take ownership of design side of NPD projects
• Convert concepts into prototypes and final production designs
• Drive design standardization and modularization
• Ensure timely completion of development timelines

Manufacturing & Factory Integration

• Ensure feasibility for sheet metal fabrication (laser cutting, bending, welding)
• Work closely with Production, Paint, QC, and Stores teams
• Lead trial runs, prototype validation, and first production batches
• Resolve complex shop-floor design issues

BOM, Costing & Optimization

• Prepare and validate BOM / BOQ / MBOM
• Work on cost optimization and value engineering
• Ensure designs meet cost targets without compromising quality

Material & Hardware Expertise

• Strong working knowledge of SS, MS, Aluminium, boards, laminates, glass
• Select and validate hardware fittings (hinges, channels, accessories)
• Ensure correct material and finish selection (powder coating, PVD, etc.)

Team Handling & Mentorship

• Guide and mentor junior design engineers and R&D team members
• Allocate work, review output, and ensure quality and timelines
• Build strong coordination between design and factory teams

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Improve existing products based on production feedback and market needs
• Work on design simplification, durability, and installation efficiency
• Support R&D Manager in innovation and new product ideas

Pre‑Requisites (Must‑Have)

Qualification

• B.E / B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering

Experience

• 6–12 years in Design / R&D
• Strong experience in modular kitchen / furniture / sheet metal industry
• Proven experience in handling end‑to‑end design execution

Technical Skills

• Expert in AutoCAD / SolidWorks (must)
• Strong knowledge of sheet metal design & fabrication processes
• Hands‑on experience in BOM / BOQ / MBOM preparation
• Understanding of production constraints and installation challenges

Skills: design, modular, accessories, metal design, research & development, manufacturing, prototyping, sheet metal, metal, furniture, npd, new product development, design engineer