Technical Lead - Mechanical Design

The Design Engineer (Tech Lead) is a hands-on individual contributor responsible for executing reverse engineering, design, analysis, prototyping, and validation activities. This role owns end-to-end delivery of engineering projects within scope, ensuring high-quality, timely completion in compliance with aerospace and regulatory standards. Work location Bangalore, India.
Key Responsibilities:
Engineering Execution
Independently execute complete reverse engineering and FAA-PMA development projects, including input analysis, dimensional/material characterization, design development, prototyping, validation, and final release.
Interpret technical specifications and define required engineering activities, deliverables, and documentation across all phases of development.
Perform hands-on metrology and reverse engineering using tools such as calipers, gauges, VMM, and 3D scanning to establish dimensions, tolerances, and manufacturing processes.
Define and execute tests to determine material properties and validate functional and performance requirements.
Design & Development
Develop 3D CAD models and detailed manufacturing drawings, applying GD&T, DFM, tolerance stack-up analysis, and aerospace design principles (materials, loading, fatigue, corrosion).
Prepare and manage engineering documentation including BOMs, specifications, ATPs, qualification plans, and test reports.
Ensure designs meet customer, regulatory, and AS9100 quality requirements.
Project Ownership
Plan, estimate, and manage personal deliverables to ensure timely completion of drawings, specifications, and documentation.
Coordinate design reviews and approvals with relevant stakeholders.
Drive sourcing activities including supplier interactions, RFQs, technical clarifications, and prototype procurement.
Validation & Manufacturing Support
Lead verification and validation activities, including qualification and acceptance testing, ensuring compliance with design and regulatory requirements.
Analyse test results, resolve non-conformances, and implement corrective actions to ensure product performance and reliability.
Provide hands-on support for prototyping, manufacturing, and first article inspection (FAI) activities.
Support NPD, OEM, and sustaining engineering efforts, including design improvements and issue resolution.
Change Management & Governance
Create and manage ECN/DCN, update drawings and BOMs, and ensure proper release in PDM/Vault systems.
Take ownership of technical decisions and drive issues to closure with minimal supervision.
Ensure all deliverables are complete, compliant, and release ready.
Position Requirements:
Education
B.E. / B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering
Experience
8–14 years of hands-on experience in mechanical component and system-level design
End-to-end experience across the product development lifecycle (design to validation)
Strong practical expertise in GD&T and Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
Experience working with cross-functional teams and technical reviews.
Aerospace or safety-critical design experience preferred.
Proven ability to own technical decisions and execute independently.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Technical Skills
Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Inventor (2024+) or equivalent CAD tools, PDM/Vault, and MS Office
Strong understanding of metrology, manufacturing drawings, and validation processes (QTP/ATP)
Basic exposure to simulation and mechanical analysis
Good knowledge of materials, machining processes, plastics, and surface finishing
Core Competencies
Self-driven, hands-on engineer with strong ownership mindset
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.