Engineer- Product Design - Automotive

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. Our products can be found literally everywhere in society. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world.

In September of 2024, SKF announced the separation of its Automotive business, with the objective to build two world-leading businesses. The role you are applying for will be part of the automotive business. This means you will have the opportunity to be a part of shaping a new company aimed at meeting the needs of the transforming global automotive market. 

Would you like to join us in shaping the future of motion?  We are now looking for a …                                                        

 Engineer - Product Design

Job Family: Product & Service Development

Position: Engineer – Product Engineering

Work Experience: 4 - 6 yrs

Reporting Manager: Team Leader – Product Engineering.

Work Level: 4B

Job Location: Bangalore

Key Purpose of the Job:

Carry out all Engineering activities for design of Products within the portfolio to achieve exceptional results through – personal effectiveness, partnering with others & building customer loyalty, fulfilling their needs in an efficient & effective manner.

Profile of the Job Holder:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering stream;
• 4-7 Years of relevant functional work experience.
• Experience in Tool Design/Engineering is preferable (PGD from NTTF, GTTC, CIPET are preferred).
• Being an individual contributor, the position holder is an epitome of “Doing things correctly” & “Right from me”;
• Highly motivated & self-initiator with good communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment;
• Ability to work within a fast-paced environment with changing priorities;
• Ease at dealing with ambiguity in work situations. Take decisions with limited information where necessary and demonstrate confidence in own decisions;
• Empower themselves by seeking authority to make decisions within appropriate guidelines;
• Recover quickly from and learn from setbacks; and,
• Empathy - Understand the wants, needs, and viewpoints of others. Excellent at managing relationships, listening, and relating to others.

Key Skill & Knowledge Profile:

• Proficient in advanced Modeling, Assembly and Detailing techniques in

Pro/Engineer WF4 / Creo 2.0;

• Ability to develop 3D models from digitized / cloud points data;
• Knowledge on Design Automation, Map keys, UDF’s, Pro-Programming, Pro-Toolkit ;
• Knowledge on incorporating manufacturing process methodology in Pro/Engineer;
• Proficiency in applying Geometric Product Specification (GPS) ;
• Knowledge on form, fit & functions of a product;
• Ability to perform tolerance stack up analysis;
• Proficiency in Reverse Engineering Methodologies;
• Experience in Product Lifecycle Management related processes;
• Experience in Metrology & Metallurgical activities;
• Knowledge in application of measurement principles for manufacturing & other process;
• Knowledge on Material behavior properties (Metals. Alloys, Composites, ceramics & Plastics);
• Knowledge in handling Engineering Change Management (ECM) process;
• Ability to apply DFM & DFA guidelines;
• Knowledge in manufacturing process capability;
• Application knowledge of various product lines in SKF through SKF e-learning Modules such as Distributor college courses & Video Based Learning (VBL) Modules;
• Knowledge on Bearing designations & Tolerance database (S&P);
• Have good knowledge on Simulation – Working knowledge on SKF Bearing simulator
• Exposure to advanced modules of Bearing simulator, can be as needed;
• Usage of Interactive Engineering Catalogue (IEC);
• Understanding of Quality Management System: ISO 9001 & ISO/TS 16949;
• Good understanding in different six sigma tools; and,
• Understanding of Project Management & its value to the business processes.

Key Responsibilities (Products & Process):

Product Engineering Activities: 60%

• Perform feasibility study, develop/monitor/report time plan for engineering activities;
• Create/Modify 3D model & drawings (Proposal & Manufacturing) based on the stakeholder requirements;
• Demonstrated ability to incorporate GPS in product design (In Proposal, Manufacturing drawings, et,);
• To review & manage Engineering change request;
• To create Generic models of bearings and using the same to generate bearing variants;
• Establish and maintain technical collaboration with the Design offices & Business Units;
• To make use of the design process complying with the Group and Product Line design rules; 
• Is accountable for the quality of the services delivered according to the related working procedures, ensuring zero defect objectives and customer satisfaction;
• Develop and maintain Risk register for project activities;
• To work & manage according to the product Lifecycle Management (PLM) process established by respective Product lines;
• To resolve issues related to Windchill(PDM) activities, during uploading of CAD data, adding attributes values, creation of WT parts, etc.,
• To build knowledge & Manage between product function and corresponding specification;
• Interaction with internal & External suppliers for Reverse Engineering activities; and,
• Managing project deliverables in line with the project plan.

Process Adherence: 10%

• Prepare Project Proposals;
• Report task status (WSR) to mentor/manager/stakeholder as per defined cycle;
• Escalate bottlenecks to mentor/manager/stakeholder as and when needed;
• Follow Change Management Process guidelines;
• Actively participate in reviews , pulse meetings and publish minutes of meeting;
• Ensure Lessons Learned, Best Practices, Risk Register are updated and re-used in future related projects;
• Ensure adherence to project close out activities – Project tracker updates & Report archiving accordingly to activity & process defined; and,
• Accountable for process compliance of the project.

Reviews & Reporting: 5%

• Active participation in review meetings with Internal & External stakeholders;
• Create and document project review comments and minutes of meetings;
• Periodic Reporting of project status (schedule, cost and Quality) to Internal / External stakeholders; and,
• Ensure timely actions of the improvement database for assigned actions, originating from KPI’s, IQA, BE, Program & Executive reviews.

Continuous Improvement Initiatives: 10%

• Identify & facilitate continuous improvement initiatives (Business Excellence, Quality, Project Management) to improve Process  performance (KPI’s);
• Identify, Define & Maintain basic elements of a Quality system, including Planning, Control and improvement through effective audit programme;
• Provide regular reports on the performance of projects, process adherence & key metrics as identified;
• Implement actions identified from root cause analysis for the process & product  deviations and take corrective and propose preventive actions; and,
• To follow management instructions and procedures to report Safety Health and Environment (SHE) risks and SHE related incidents; to follow quality specifications and requirements, and identify quality risks and opportunities for improvement.

Competency Development: 5%

• Conduct self-appraisal to identify competency gaps;
• Show willingness and self-drive to upgrade the technical competency on regular basis;
• Adhere to competency development plan drawn out in consultation with team leader;
• Active participation in knowledge sharing sessions and group learning sessions;
• Be updated on technologies, products and services available within the SKF organization as well as from SKF partners related to his/her areas; and,
• Mentor juniors on certain competencies and contribute to their individual.

Innovation Culture: 10%

• To facilitate & conduct idea jamming sessions;
• Use various idea generation techniques (Brainstorming, Crowd sourcing, Gordon Techniques, etc) to generate and foster innovation culture; and,
• Initiate, drive and participate in events, both internally and externally, within his area (e.g. Technical forums).

Behavioral & Personal Attributes (Based on SKF Values)

Executes with Speed

• Adheres to delivery timelines;
• Reduces delays by foreseeing risk and takes proactive action;
• Improves the knowledge of the team and self by Knowledge Sharing Session (KSS);
• Shares best practices with other teams to continuously improve process efficiency;
• Guides & collaborates with peers;
• Works on solution development;
• Focus on accomplishing end results;

Lives SKF Values

• Flexible in adapting the changing needs;
• Effectively participates in team initiatives;
• Share, discuss and escalate the issues at the right time;
• Seeks views and constructive feedback;
• Takes reasonable stand on a point of view & articulates well in a professional manner;
• Escalates value compromises in time;
• Accuracy in reporting and monitoring;

Activity strengthens one SKF

• Team player - actively participates & shares knowledge in work groups & projects;
• Communicates openly within the team about Ideas, knowledge, best practices, etc.;
• Plans & executes the tasks assigned to him with Quality. Use and reuse the available knowledge while executing the tasks;
• During high work load &/or absenteeism pro-actively extends, shares & completes the tasks on time;
• Directly communicate with the customer to seek clarifications;
• Actively participates in innovation forums;
• Observing and understanding team challenges, integrating issues and take initiatives for collaborative problem solving;
• Self motivated to organize events and pushes on strong participation from the team.

Key Interfaces & Interactions (Typical):

• SKF Specialists (Development Offices & Centers) : Frequently
• SKF Internal project & task sponsors : Frequently
• Functional Manager: Regularly
• GTCI Management : Regularly
• Stakeholder Management : Adhoc
• External suppliers : Adhoc
• External Customers : No

Frequently: Several times in a week

Regularly: Weekly

Adhoc: Based on need

SKF is committed to creating a diverse environment, and we firmly believe that a diverse workforce is essential for our continued success. Therefore, we only focus on your experience, skills, and potential. Come as you are – just be yourself. #weareSKF 

 
Some additional information 

This position will be located in Bangalore

If you have any questions about the position or regarding the recruitment process, please contact Hema Chaudhary, Consultant, RPO by email hema.chaudhary@skf.com.   

Is this you?  
If the answer is yes, submit your application with your CV in English no later than 2-Feb-2026.   Please note that we can't accept applications via email. 
We will screen candidates continuously throughout the application period, so make sure to submit your application as soon as possible.

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