Senior Design Lead - Product Design, DFMA

HCLTech; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HCL Technologies Limited is seeking a Senior Design Lead - Product Design, DFMA. The role oversees multiple design teams to uphold design standards and drive innovation in the design process.

You will influence the overall design vision and strategy to ensure products meet user expectations and enhance experiences. The position requires mentorship of designers, advocacy of design concepts, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturability and cost efficiency through

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in product design tools and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of DFMA principles.
• In-depth knowledge of GD&T standards.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to analyze and synthesize information to drive design innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead product design to create intuitive interfaces and enhance user experience.
• Mentor designers and ensure delivery of high-quality design solutions aligned with business goals.
• Present and advocate design concepts to shape project strategy across initiatives.
• Stay current with industry trends to drive innovation in design practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure DFMA compliance and cost efficiency.
• Apply GD&T principles to ensure design intent and manufacturability.

Skills

Product Design Tools

Dfma Principles

GD&T Standards

Communication Skills

Design Innovation

Job description

Career Opportunities: Senior Design Lead - Product Design, DFMA (184534)

Requisition ID184534-Posted10/28/2026

The Senior Design Lead plays a pivotal role in overseeing multiple design teams to establish and uphold organizational design standards. This position is crucial in driving innovation within the design process, ensuring that design efforts significantly contribute to achieving business objectives. The Senior Design Lead will influence the overall design vision and strategy, ensuring that products not only meet user expectations but also enhance user experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Leverage Product Design Expertise To Create Intuitive And User-Friendly Software Interfaces And Products, Ensuring Alignment With User Expectations And Contributing To Seamless User Experiences.
• 2. Lead And Mentor A Team Of Designers, Providing Strategic Guidance To Ensure The Delivery Of High-Quality Design Solutions That Align With Overarching Business Goals.
• 3. Present And Advocate For Design Concepts, Playing A Critical Role In Shaping The Overall Design Vision And Strategy Across Projects.
• 4. Stay Abreast Of Industry Trends And Emerging Technologies In Product Design, Utilizing This Knowledge To Drive Innovation And Excellence In Design Practices.
• 5. Collaborate With Cross-Functional Teams To Ensure That Design Solutions Adhere To Best Practices In Design For Manufacture And Assembly (Dfma), Optimizing Product Manufacturability And Cost Efficiency.
• 6. Implement Geometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing (Gd&T) Principles In Design Processes To Ensure Precise Communication Of Design Intent And Facilitate Manufacturing Accuracy.

Skill Requirements

• 1. Advanced Proficiency In Product Design Tools And Methodologies.
• 2. Strong Understanding Of Design For Manufacture And Assembly (Dfma) Principles.
• 3. In-Depth Knowledge Of Geometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing (Gd&T) Standards.
• 4. Excellent Communication And Leadership Skills To Guide Design Teams Effectively.
• 5. Ability To Analyze And Synthesize Information To Drive Design Innovation.

Other Requirements

• 1. Optional But Valuable Certifications Include Certified Product Designer (Cpd) Or Professional Design Certification (Pdc).