Design and Development Engineer responsible for mechanical product design, 3D CAD modeling, technical drawings, BOM creation, prototyping, testing, manufacturing support, and field implementation. The role includes optimizing designs for performance, cost, and sustainability; coordinating with vendors and manufacturing teams; ensuring safety and regulatory compliance; and incorporating user feedback into product improvements.
Role Overview & Key responsibilities:
The Design and Development Engineer will play a key role in driving PadCare’s hardware innovation by taking ownership of product design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing. The role requires strong CAD skills, hands-on fabrication knowledge, and a deep understanding of engineering principles to deliver high-quality sustainable products that align with PadCare’s mission.
- Create accurate 3D CAD models, detailed part and assembly drawings, and Bill of Materials (BOM) to support manufacturing and assembly
- Lead the end-to-end product development cycle – from ideation and prototyping to manufacturing and field implementation
- Analyze and optimize existing designs for improved performance, cost-efficiency, and sustainability
- Develop functional prototypes, conduct product testing, and incorporate user feedback into iterative improvements
- Take ownership of on-site engineering activities by observing existing processes, identifying improvement opportunities, developing and testing prototypes, and implementing effective solutions.
- Ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to safety and performance standards
- Stay updated with market trends and propose innovative design enhancements
Requirements
What we're looking for:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Production Engineering or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering
- 2–3 years of experience in mechanical design and product development
- Experience in managing multiple projects and coordinating with vendors or manufacturing team
- Strong 3D CAD modeling skills – SolidWorks proficiency is essential
- Knowledge of design for manufacturing processes – turning, milling, welding, and sheet metal fabrication
- Understanding of mechanical design principles and prototyping methods
- Hands-on experience with product lifecycle management
- Familiarity with safety standards and regulatory compliance for mechanical products
- Technical documentation and BOM creation
- Culture Fit: Must align with PadCare’s values – Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Collaboration, Customer-First, Innovation.
Work Mode: Full-time; based in Pune
Benefits
Why join us:
- Compensation: Competitive salary in line with industry standards
- Growth Path: With this experience, you can grow into roles such as Design & Development Head as PadCare expands globally.
- Purpose With Impact: Join a mission-driven team transforming menstrual hygiene through sustainable solutions that uplift women’s health, the environment, and sanitation workers' dignity.
- Eco-Warrior in Action: Help recycle millions of sanitary pads and actively reduce landfill waste and carbon emissions—real impact, not just buzzwords.
- Innovation Meets Heart: Be part of a team that blends empathy with patented 5D recycling tech to build the future of circular economy.
- Grow With Us: We’re a fast-gowing, venture-backed startup offering real opportunities to scale your career as we scale our impact.
- A Culture That Cares: Work in a space where collaboration, inclusivity, and purpose aren’t just values—they’re how we roll every day.
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