Team Lead - Design Engineering

Lennox; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Lennox, Chennai, India, is seeking a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to drive end-to-end product development, mentor a team of engineers, and coordinate with global stakeholders. The role involves design reviews, project management, and delivery of milestones from concept to implementation.

The ideal candidate brings 10–12 years in mechanical design and strong CAD proficiency, with experience in GD&T and cross-functional collaboration across R&D, Manufacturing, Quality and Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 10–12 years of experience in Mechanical Design Engineering and Product Development.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and managing complex projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, product design methodologies, GD&T, and engineering drawings.
• Experience in Project Management, Project Execution, and Product Implementation.
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA, AutoCAD, or similar platforms.
• Experience working with global teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of mechanical design engineers and provide technical guidance and mentorship.
• Drive end-to-end product design and development activities from concept through implementation.
• Manage engineering projects, ensuring timely execution and successful delivery of project milestones.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management.
• Collaborate closely with US stakeholders to translate business requirements into engineering solutions.
• Review engineering designs, drawings, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Monitor project schedules, risks, resource utilization, and deliverables.
• Support product enhancements, cost reduction initiatives, and continuous improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, quality processes, and organizational best practices.
• Participate in design reviews, project status meetings, and customer/stakeholder discussions.

Skills

Team leadership

Mechanical design

CAD tools

GD&T

Project management

Cross-functional collab

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

CATIA

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Profile

Lennox (NYSE: LII) Driven by 130 years of legacy, HVAC and refrigeration success, Lennox provides our residential and commercial customers with industry-leading climate-control solutions. At Lennox, we win as a team, aiming for excellence and delivering innovative, sustainable products and services. Our culture guides us and creates a workplace where all employees feel heard and welcomed. Lennox is a global community that values each team member’s contributions and offers a supportive environment for career development. Come, stay, and grow with us.

Job Description

• Lead a team of mechanical design engineers and provide technical guidance and mentorship.
• Drive end-to-end product design and development activities from concept through implementation.
• Manage engineering projects, ensuring timely execution and successful delivery of project milestones.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management.
• Collaborate closely with US stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into engineering solutions.
• Review engineering designs, drawings, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Monitor project schedules, risks, resource utilization, and deliverables.
• Support product enhancements, cost reduction initiatives, and continuous improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, quality processes, and organizational best practices.
• Participate in design reviews, project status meetings, and customer/stakeholder discussions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 10–12 years of experience in Mechanical Design Engineering and Product Development.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and managing complex projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, product design methodologies, GD&T, and engineering drawings.
• Experience in Project Management, Project Execution, and Product Implementation.
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA, AutoCAD, or similar platforms.
• Experience working with global teams and stakeholders