Senior Design Lead - Sheet Metal, DFMA, Creo
United States
Job Description
Senior Design Lead - Sheet Metal, DFMA, Creo
Santa Clara, California

Job Summary

The Senior Design Lead will oversee and lead the Sheet Metal Design process, focusing on Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA), and proficiency in Creo/ProE. The primary responsibilities include driving the design strategy, ensuring efficiency in manufacturing processes, and utilizing Creo/ProE to deliver high-quality sheet metal designs.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead the sheet metal design projects from concept to completion, ensuring adherence to quality and timeline requirements.
2. Implement design for manufacturing & assembly (dfma) principles to optimize the manufacturing process and minimize production costs.
3. Utilize creo/proe software proficiently to create detailed designs and collaborate with cross functional teams.
4. Conduct design reviews, provide technical guidance, and mentor junior team members to enhance overall design capabilities.
5. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand design needs, generate innovative solutions, and present design proposals effectively.
6. Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and best practices in sheet metal design and manufacturing processes.

Skill Requirements

1. Proficient in sheet metal design principles and methodologies.
2. Expertise in design for manufacturing & assembly (dfma) to optimize production processes.
3. Advanced proficiency in creo/proe software for detailed design and modeling.
4. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
5. Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and stakeholders.
6. Attention to detail and a strong focus on delivering high-quality designs within project timelines.

Other Requirements

1.Any relevant certifications in Sheet Metal Design, Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA), or Creo/ProE are a plus.Senior Mechanical Designer / Technical Lead Mechanical:
• Experience in designing and developing 3D models, electromechanical systems, and conceptual designs in Creo.
• Proficient in Creo CAD software for 3D modeling, plastic, machined, sheet metal, 2D drawing, surface modeling, and assembly.
• Hands-on experience in Sheet Metal, BOM & Plastics and Building prototypes.
• Experience in designing and developing electromechanical products and subsystems.
• Managing third-party suppliers and integrating their pieces into the system design.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturability considerations for plastic, sheet metal, machined, and structural components.
• Design of MCAD PCB, EMN/EMP verification, and board outline definition.
• Researching advanced materials and manufacturing processes, applying DFM/DFA concepts, and familiarity with the latest engineering design methods, tools, and processes.
• Anticipating and correcting issues impacting mass production (DFx).
• Experience with standard NPI/NPD process from ideation to production.
• Collaborating with support resources to efficiently realize design portions.
• Hands-on experience in Teamcenter PDM/PLM for managing component lifecycle, ECO/ECR, and creating EBOM.
• Creating and reviewing engineering drawings, understanding GD&T principles, tolerance stack-up analysis, material selection, and manufacturing processes.
• Supporting advanced R&D initiatives and prototyping efforts with cross-discipline team members.
• Participating in cross-discipline design processes for integrated system designs.
• Identifying emerging technologies to define development opportunities.
• Disciplined team worker, able to work independently, and result-oriented team player.
• Ability to present ideas to key stakeholders and leadership team.
• Excellent communication skills and positive attitude.
• Quality mindset in design and documentation.
• Supporting positive team interactions to achieve program objectives.
• Contributing to schedule and milestone commitments. 

Maximum Salary (US):  129000
Minimum Salary (US):  84000
Information at a Glance

Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 226,300 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending December 2025 totaled $14.5 billion.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.