Product Development Engineer

Product Development Engineer Experience: 1–3 Years Department: Product Development / R&D Location: Pune About the Role We are looking for a hands-on Product Development Engineer to join our R&D team. The role involves converting design concepts into functional prototypes, working on mechanical assemblies, chassis structures, and plastic components using fabrication, rapid prototyping, and tooling techniques. Key Responsibilities • Develop and assemble functional prototypes from CAD designs • Work on chassis structures, fabricated parts, and mechanical assemblies • Perform fitment checks, validation, and prototype testing • Fabricate components using cutting, bending, welding, machining, and assembly processes • Support development of plastic moulded parts and design for manufacturability • Operate 3D printers (FDM / SLA) and prepare models using slicing software • Design jigs, fixtures, and prototype tooling • Assist in tool and die development for prototype builds • Select appropriate engineering materials and coordinate prototype fabrication with vendors Qualifications • Diploma / Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Production Engineering • 1–3 years experience in prototyping, fabrication, or product development • Hands-on experience in mechanical assemblies and prototype builds Technical Skills • Mechanical prototyping & fabrication • Chassis and sheet metal fabrication • Plastic moulding fundamentals • 3D printing technologies • Tool & die development • Fixture and jig design • Engineering drawing interpretation Preferred Software • SolidWorks / Creo / Fusion 360 / CATIA • Cura / Creality Slicer or similar