Senior Lead Engineer Design (Experience in designing food and beverage products, Sheetmetal enclosures, fluid system, refrigeration/thermodynamic systems)

About This Role

Position Overview

As a Senior Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of engineering solutions for Food and Beverage products, focused on subsystems including Sheetmetal enclosures, fluid system, refrigeration/thermodynamic systems. You will drive collaboration with cross-functional teams, leverage technical strategy and best practices, and lead the successful execution of product design projects. In this role, you will further develop technical subject-matter expertise while contributing significantly to MFT’s growth and innovation for India Business.

Mandatory Skills:

• Min 5 years of experience in complete product development lifecycle — from concept generation, detailed design, DfM/DfA, design validation, prototyping, testing to design release and manufacturing support.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD modelling tools like Creo, SolidWorks for complex assemblies, tolerance stack-up analysis, and design optimization.
• 5+ years of experience in depth understanding and applications of GD&T per ANSI Y14.5, tolerance analysis.
• Proven experience in DFMEA, DVP&R creation, and validation testing of new designs, subassemblies and systems as per applicable standards.
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Opportunities for Growth

• Drive next-generation product development in the beverage and food dispensing category with end-to-end ownership.
• Build technical depth in mechatronics, thermal systems, and precision dispensing technologies.
• Collaborate with global innovation teams on technology platforms, IP generation, and concept incubation.
• Hands-on exposure to developing products and services while closely working with customers.
• Growth opportunities for senior roles such as Project Manager, Engineering Manager based on performance with leadership and mentoring opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation in Mechanical Engineering, (or equivalent work experience) with 8 -10 Years (Min 5 years of exp in product development related with beverage & food processing equipment is added advantage)
• A seasoned, result-oriented engineer who can work independently once given direction, has good rapport with coworkers, can listen, be creative, and is detailed oriented.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail, accuracy, and flexibility to adapt quickly to changing business needs and project priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly, collaborate effectively across functions, and work both independently and in team leadership roles.
• Maintains a good attitude, persistence, and drive focused on finding a way to accomplish the objectives.
• Willing to travel (local, regional, international) across innovation center, factory, supplier sites, and testing facilities. (around 30% travel may be involved).