1. Product Design & Development
Lead end-to-end product design, engineering and development of kitchen appliances such as mixer grinders, juicers, induction cooktops, electric kettles, toasters, air fryers, gas stoves and other electrical appliances.
Drive new product development (NPD) from concept development to prototyping, validation and commercial production.
Oversee product architecture, design specifications, engineering drawings and technical documentation.
Ensure products meet customer expectations, performance requirements, safety standards and cost targets.
Drive product innovation, technology upgrades and design improvements.
2. Research & Development (R&D)
Lead R&D initiatives for developing new products and improving existing product portfolios.
Identify new technologies, materials, components and engineering solutions.
Drive product testing, validation, performance evaluation and reliability improvements.
Work on product differentiation, innovation and technology advancement.
Collaborate with marketing and business teams to translate market requirements into product specifications.
3. Engineering & Manufacturing Support
Provide engineering support to manufacturing operations and production teams.
Ensure design for manufacturing (DFM), design for assembly (DFA) and process optimisation.
Drive engineering solutions to improve productivity, efficiency and product quality.
Resolve technical issues related to product design, manufacturing processes and components.
Support new product industrialisation and smooth transfer from development to mass production.
4. Cost Optimisation & Value Engineering
Drive value engineering initiatives to reduce product costs without compromising quality and performance.
Optimise product design, material selection, components and manufacturing processes.
Work closely with procurement and suppliers for component development and localisation.
Identify opportunities for standardisation and component rationalisation.
5. Product Compliance & Reliability
Ensure products comply with applicable BIS/ISI, IEC and other relevant safety and regulatory standards.
Oversee product validation, life-cycle testing and reliability engineering.
Ensure electrical, mechanical and thermal safety of products.
Drive design improvements based on testing feedback, field failures and customer complaints.
6. Vendor & Technical Development
Work closely with suppliers and vendors for new component development and technical evaluation.
Evaluate and approve engineering specifications for critical components.
Drive supplier technical capability and component standardisation.
Coordinate with procurement, quality and manufacturing teams for engineering-related requirements.
7. Team Management & Leadership
Lead and develop the Engineering, Design and R&D teams.
Establish engineering processes, development timelines and performance metrics.
Build a culture of innovation, technical excellence and continuous improvement.
Coordinate with Quality, Production, Procurement, Marketing and Sales teams.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics or a related discipline. A postgraduate qualification in engineering or product design would be an advantage.
12–18 years of experience in Engineering, Product Development, R&D or Design within kitchen appliances, consumer durables or electrical home appliances manufacturing.
Strong experience in end-to-end product development and engineering of consumer appliances.
Experience in mechanical and electrical product design, prototyping, testing and validation.
Understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, moulds, plastics, sheet metal, motors, heating elements and electronic components.
Knowledge of CAD tools, product engineering methodologies, DFM/DFA and value engineering.
Familiarity with BIS/ISI, IEC and relevant product safety standards.
Strong leadership, innovation, problem-solving and project management capabilities.
New Product Development (NPD) timelines and successful product launches.
Product development cost and engineering cost optimisation.
Product performance, reliability and field failure reduction.
Design improvement and value engineering savings.
Reduction in product development cycle time.
Manufacturing efficiency and ease of production.
Product innovation and technology development.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related discipline
- 12–18 years of experience in engineering, product development, R&D, or design within kitchen appliances, consumer durables, or electrical home appliance manufacturing
- End-to-end product development and engineering experience with consumer appliances
- Experience in mechanical and electrical product design, prototyping, testing, and validation
- Understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, moulds, plastics, sheet metal, motors, heating elements, and electronic components
- Knowledge of CAD tools, product engineering methodologies, DFM/DFA, and value engineering
- Familiarity with BIS/ISI, IEC, and relevant product safety standards
- Strong leadership, innovation, problem-solving, and project management capabilities
- Postgraduate qualification in engineering or product design
What We Do
XpertReach is an executive search and recruitment platform that helps startups, MSMEs, investment funds, family offices, and large corporations secure senior and leadership talent. Its services include executive search, interim and advisory placements, contract hiring, freelance consultants, and project-based staffing. The company uses a technology platform and global search capabilities to support critical talent requirements across sectors including financial services, manufacturing, education, retail, and professional services.
