Lead Engineer - Design

Job Description:

Position:                Senior Design Engineer / Lead Engineer

Location:               Hosur, Tamil Nadu, India

Reporting to:         Engineering Manager

As a Senior Design Engineer / Lead Engineer, working for Terex Recycle System (TRS), the team member will be responsible for the New Product Development, Continuous product improvement and Cost reductions on the TRS product line and will be collaborating with internal customer like Product management, Manufacturing, Operations, Sourcing/Purchasing, Quality and Aftermarket team and with suppliers, external testing and validation companies for the product and process development and product sustenance.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide engineered solutions for the development of new products (NPPD/NPI process) and modifications to existing products.

• Develop concepts, design, and solutions by coordinating with Product management team, Sales and Marketing, Suppliers, and perform feasibility study of components/systems.

• Follow Group standards of in the areas of QFD, DFMEA, design-for-manufacture, Design-for-Assembly, Prototype development and field testing

• Ensure current and new products meet internal & External regulatory standards and performance levels specified for safety, function, and reliability

• Support distributors through the preparation of sales layouts, specifications, and project pricing

• Reduce manufacturing cost through improved design and consultation with the production department, purchasing and suppliers

• Perform functional validation of equipment with site visits/surveys and gathering functional / application data

• Travels to Customer sites (International and domestic) to understand and resolve engineering issues,

or to field-trial locations to evaluate a new product.

• Stay knowledgeable of machine component advancements and competitor design trends; apply latest technology to new and existing designs where appropriate to stay current and innovative.

• Produce full manufacturing specification package including Engineering BOMs.

• Effectively manage engineering change process.

• Planning and managing projects.

• Document all phases of design and development.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in an accredited Mechanical Engineering curriculum.

• 8 -12 years of relevant work experience in C&D Recycle, Crushing and Screening Industry / Heavy Engineering Equipment design.

• Competent user of 3D Solid Modeling CAD, ideally CREO, and familiarity with Product Data Management (PDM) systems

• Experience working with the hydraulic systems.

• Must have a good mechanical aptitude with ability to develop product concepts.

• Strong analytical skills.

• Problem resolution / trouble shooting.

• Keen in learning and enhancing technical skills.

• Able to assess workload and commit to realistic timelines.

• Experience in using Creo simulate/Ansys is an added advantage.

• Knowledge on Vibrations is an added advantage

Behavioral:

• Communication Skills (Written and Oral)

• Collaborative working

• Sense of urgency

• Convincing and influencing

If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

About Terex:

Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential.

We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment.

With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders.

For more information, please visit www.terex.com.

Additional Information:

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact.  We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce.  Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values – Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship.  Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members.  To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability.  You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) at Globaltalentacquisitions@terex.com. 

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.