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Mechanical Engineer – Product Development (NPD)Company: Geo Lotus Global Pvt. Ltd. (Brand: Lotus)Location: Nashik (Factory + Field/Vendor Visits)Reporting To: Product Development Lead / Director – EngineeringExperience: 3–5 years (Preferred age band: 35–40 years)Role Purpose:To design, develop, and industrialize new products for Lotus, and ensure sales readinessbefore launch through technical specifications, catalogue support, and pre-launchcoordination with Sales & Marketing, while delivering cost, quality, and timeline targetsaligned to Lotus150 growth plan.Key Responsibilities:• Lead New Product Development (NPD): concept → prototype → pilot → production.• Prepare product drawings, specifications, BOM (Bill of Materials), cost sheets, andtechnical documentation.• Coordinate with Production, Quality, and Purchase for industrialization and EngineeringChange Note (ECN) control.• Work with Sales team for new product sales preparation in advance: USPs, applications,and limitations.• Provide catalogue, datasheet, and comparison sheet support to Marketing.• Conduct pilot trials with key customers along with Sales.• Provide technical support for first 3 customer orders post-launch.• Develop and qualify vendors; ensure dual sourcing for critical parts.• Ensure QMS compliance (ISO 9001:2015) in design and change management.• Track tasks, timelines, and deliverables with self-managed discipline.Key Skills (Must-Have):• Mechanical design, tooling, jigs & fixtures• AutoCAD / SolidWorks (2D & 3D)• NPD process, DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), BOM, costing• Manufacturing process knowledge (Extrusion, Machining, Assembly)• Vendor sourcing and technical evaluation• Excel for BOM, costing, and timelines• Technical documentation for Sales & MarketingCore Competencies:• On-time prototype delivery (Target: 30–45 days TAT – Turnaround Time)• Product cost control within ±5% of target• Multi-project execution (3–5 NPD tasks in parallel)• Cross-functional coordination (Sales, Production, Quality, Purchase)• Sales readiness pack delivery at least 30 days before product launch• Structured feedback loop from Sales to DesignExpected Behaviors (Lotus Culture Fit):• Ownership mindset; minimal follow-ups required• Customer-centric thinking beyond design• Collaborative with shop-floor, Sales, and Marketing teams• Continuous improvement (Kaizen mindset)• Ethical, disciplined, quality-first approachKey KPIs (Lotus150 Aligned):• Prototype Turnaround Time (TAT): ≤45 days• Cost Achievement: ±5% vs target• Sales Readiness Pack: 100% before launch• Vendor Development: Minimum 2 alternates per critical part• First-Pass Approval Rate: >90%• Task On-Time Delivery: ≥95%

Mechanical Engineer – Product Development (NPD)

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