Job Summary:
Responsible for leading the Research & Development function, driving product innovation, new product development (NPD), design optimization, and engineering excellence for consumer durable products manufactured by EPACK.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the R&D team and manage end-to-end product development projects
- Drive New Product Development (NPD) from concept to commercialization
- Develop innovative products aligned with market trends and customer requirements
- Oversee product design, prototyping, testing, validation, and certification
- Collaborate with Production, Quality, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Marketing teams
- Optimize product performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and quality norms
- Manage engineering change requests (ECR/ECO) and product lifecycle activities
- Conduct technology benchmarking and competitor analysis
- Mentor and develop engineering and R&D teams
Skills Required:
- Strong expertise in product development and engineering design
- Knowledge of consumer electronics and home appliance technologies
- Experience in New Product Development (NPD) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
- Leadership, project management, and cross-functional coordination
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Proficiency in CAD software, ERP systems, and engineering tools
Qualification & Experience:
- BE/B.Tech or M.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or related Engineering discipline
- 12–18 years of experience in R&D and product development within consumer electronics or home appliance manufacturing
- Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership role
Preferred Experience:
- Experience with air conditioners, washing machines, air coolers, small home appliances, or other consumer durable products
- Prior experience in organizations such as EPACK, Dixon, Voltas, Blue Star, Haier, LG, Samsung, Godrej, Whirlpool, Panasonic, or similar OEM/ODM manufacturing companies will be an added advantage
Pay: ₹150,000.00 - ₹200,000.00 per month
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
