Manager Design
Plansee Group
Manager Design
Plansee Group
Manufactures refractory metal components for industries
What makes us strong? Our employees in 50 countries worldwide – all working with passion to enable high-tech applications with our strong metals: tungsten and molybdenum.
Our CERATIZIT sites in India are key production and sales locations — offering precision tools and services for the automotive, aerospace, electronics and engineering sectors, with a strong focus on innovation and sustainability.
Join a highly motivated team in India, where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group.
TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
➢ Lead the design and development of CNC cutting tools, including Solid Carbide, Indexable, and Special Purpose Tools, from concept to product launch.
➢ Develop optimized tool geometries and innovative tooling solutions to improve machining performance, productivity, and tool life.
➢ Collaborate with Production, Application Engineering, Quality, and Sales teams to deliver customer-specific tooling solutions.
➢ Review and approve design drawings, specifications, and technical documentation while ensuring compliance with quality and engineering standards.
➢ Lead, mentor, and develop the Design team, establishing best practices and driving technical excellence.
➢ Conduct feasibility studies, tooling evaluations, root cause analysis, and provide technical support for customer trials and applications.
➢ Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure design manufacturability and efficient production processes.
➢ Drive continuous improvement initiatives, manage multiple design projects, and monitor industry trends to support innovation and new product development.
➢ Maintain engineering records, project reports, and design databases as per company requirements.
PROFILE & REQUIREMENTS
➢ Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Tool Engineering, or a related discipline.
➢ 8-10 years of experience in CNC Cutting Tool Design & Development, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
➢ Strong experience in designing Solid Carbide Tools, Indexable Tools, and Special Purpose Tools for metal cutting applications.
➢ Sound knowledge of metal cutting principles, machining processes, tool geometry, carbide grades, coatings, grinding processes, and GD&T.
➢ Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, UG NX, AutoCAD, or equivalent.
➢ Proven experience in product development, project management, tooling performance improvement, and team leadership.
➢ Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with customers and cross-functional teams.
➢ Knowledge of ERP systems; SAP exposure and familiarity with Lean Manufacturing practices will be an added advantage.
➢ Willingness to travel for customer visits, technical discussions, and tooling trials as required.
WHAT WE OFFER
➢ International collaboration in an innovative, fast-growing company.
➢ Extensive training and professional development opportunities.
➢ Attractive compensation package based on qualifications and experience.
➢ Opportunity to work on advanced CNC cutting tool technologies and global customer projects.
Vijaya Kumar | Recruiting Team | [email protected] India Pvt. LtdManufactures refractory metal components for industries
Plansee manufactures components from refractory metals—molybdenum and tungsten—and composite materials to meet demands where traditional metals fail. Its products enable high-performance parts for sectors such as consumer electronics, automotive, medical technology, and aerospace. The company works with customers as an innovation partner, collaborating to develop sustainable, forward-looking solutions and turn engineering ideas into durable, precision components. Plansee differentiates itself by its focus on refractory metals, extensive global production footprint (12 sites across 28 countries), and a collaborative approach that blends material science with customer needs to push the limits of what is technically possible. Its goal is to power progress by delivering materials that improve efficiency, safety, and quality of life while supporting ongoing innovation in high-tech industries.
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