Design Lead - Sheet Metal, DFMA, Creo

HCL Technologies Limited; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sapsf is seeking a Design Lead to oversee sheet metal design, DFMA, and Creo/ProE utilization. The role focuses on leading the design team, optimizing manufacturing workflows, and delivering high-quality assemblies.

You will drive design reviews, mentor engineers, and collaborate across functions to align with project goals and timelines. This position emphasizes process improvement and staying ahead of industry advancements.

Qualifications

• Experience leading sheet metal design projects.
• Strong grasp of DFMA principles in manufacturing.
• Proficient use of Creo/ProE for components and assemblies.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Clear communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to mentor and grow a design team.
• Deliver high-quality designs within tight timelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design team in creating innovative and efficient sheet metal designs.
• Implement design for manufacture & assembly (dfma) principles to optimize production processes.
• Utilize creo/proe software for design tasks and ensure accuracy and quality of designs.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure design alignment with project requirements.
• Conduct design reviews, provide feedback, and implement improvements as necessary.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in sheet metal design and dfma practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance design processes and efficiencies.

Skills

Sheet metal design

DFMA

Creo/ProE

Problem solving

Communication

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Tools

Creo/ProE

Job description

Career Opportunities: Design Lead - Sheet Metal, DFMA, Creo (178189)

Requisition ID178189-Posted10/12/2026

The Design Lead will be responsible for overseeing Sheet Metal Design, Design for Manufacture & Assembly (DFMA), and utilizing Creo/ProE. The primary focus will be on leading the design team and ensuring efficient and effective design processes to meet project objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design team in creating innovative and efficient sheet metal designs.
• Implement design for manufacture & assembly (dfma) principles to optimize production processes.
• Utilize creo/proe software for design tasks and ensure accuracy and quality of designs.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure design alignment with project requirements.
• Conduct design reviews, provide feedback, and implement improvements as necessary.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in sheet metal design and dfma practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance design processes and efficiencies.

Skill Requirements

• Proficient in sheet metal design principles and techniques.
• Expertise in design for manufacture & assembly (dfma) methodologies.
• Advanced knowledge of creo/proe software for designing components and assemblies.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for design optimization.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members.
• Ability to lead and mentor a design team to foster creativity and innovation.
• Attention to detail and a focus on delivering high-quality designs within project timelines.