Forging process design Manager

Manager / Senior Manager Design & Engineering | Chennai Are you an experienced Design & Engineering professional with expertise in Forging Design, Die Development, Simulation, and New Product Development (NPD)? We are hiring for a Leading Heavy Engineering Manufacturing Industry. If you have a strong background in forging process design, engineering leadership, and manufacturing excellence, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career. The role focuses on forging process design, simulation, tooling development, NPD, and engineering team leadership. Location Chennai (Gummidipoondi) Position Manager / Senior Manager – Design & Engineering Qualification Bachelor's / Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering Experience 10–15+ Years Minimum 3+ years in Engineering Leadership Experience in Forging & Machining Manufacturing Experience in Railway / Heavy Engineering Manufacturing is preferred. Key Skills Forging Process Design Die & Tool Design Engineering Design & Development Process Engineering New Product Development (NPD) Machine Selection APQP & PPAP GD&T AutoCAD UG NX Forge NX Simufact Engineering Simulation Tooling Development Metal Flow Analysis Process Optimization Manufacturing Engineering Technical Documentation SOP Preparation Control Plans IATF / ISO Standards Project Management Team Leadership Cross-functional Collaboration Continuous Improvement Problem Solving Forging & Machining Processes Roles & Responsibilities Lead Design & Engineering activities for forging and manufacturing projects. Develop forging process designs, die designs, and tooling solutions. Ensure optimum metal flow, defect prevention, and First Time Right (FTR) during sample production. Select suitable machines and equipment for New Product Development (NPD). Perform engineering simulations using AutoCAD, UG NX, Forge NX, and Simufact. Optimize die life, material utilization, forging loads, and production efficiency. Manage end-to-end NPD activities from customer drawings to production approval. Ensure compliance with APQP, PPAP, IATF, and ISO standards. Lead engineering trials and implement process improvements. Prepare engineering drawings, SOPs, control plans, and technical documentation. Mentor and develop Design & Process Engineering teams. Coordinate with Production, Tool Room, Quality, and Maintenance teams to resolve technical issues. Drive innovation, productivity improvement, and engineering excellence across manufacturing operations. Preferred Profile Strong experience in Forging Design & Manufacturing. Expertise in Die Design, Process Engineering, and Simulation Software. Excellent leadership, project management, and communication skills. Hands-on experience in APQP, PPAP, and GD&T. Manufacturing experience in Railway or Heavy Engineering products is an added advantage. Apply Now Send CV: monisha.m@liveconnections.in WhatsApp: 9940315611