Lead Engineer
Marmon.wd5.marmon Careers
Apply to this jobAs a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.
This is a lead-level engineering position responsible for driving the design, development, and sustenance of construction and building envelope products for Hohmann & Barnard, Inc. The role requires technical leadership in sheet metal and structural component design, with a strong focus on fabrication readiness, material optimization, and product cost-efficiency.He/ She will lead end-to-end design initiatives, guide junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, sourcing, and suppliers. The position demands hands-on proficiency in CAD tools, DFM/DFA principles, and fabrication processes, along with a working exposure to FEA and design validation techniques. This role is central to delivering innovative, production-ready, and cost-effective solutions in support of H&B’s strategic product portfolio.
Key Responsibilities / Functions:
· Lead the design and development of construction products, structural assemblies, and custom sheet metal components (e.g., wall reinforcements, anchors, brackets).
· Oversee the creation of detailed 2D and 3D CAD models, flat patterns, and manufacturing-ready drawings using tools such as AutoCAD and Revit.
· Manage product lifecycles from concept to production, including prototyping, testing, validation, and manufacturing handoff.
· Ensure engineering deliverables meet design intent, cost, and manufacturability requirements, with adherence to quality standards.
· Perform or review design calculations, and guide FEA simulations (using tools like ANSYS or Inventor Nastran) to validate structural performance and compliance.
· Champion DFM/DFA principles, value engineering (VAVE), and standardization efforts to optimize designs for scalability and cost-efficiency.
· Lead the preparation and maintenance of accurate BOMs, technical specifications, and engineering documentation, including ECNs and revision control.
· Collaborate closely with manufacturing, procurement, quality, and global engineering teams to ensure seamless design-to-production transitions.
· Review and improve nesting strategies and part design to ensure efficient CNC fabrication and minimal material waste.
· Mentor and support junior engineers and CAD designers, fostering a high-performance team environment.
· Stay up to date with fabrication techniques, materials, industry trends, and emerging design technologies relevant to metal construction products.
Required Qualifications: (Education, Technical Skills/Knowledge)
· Hands-on experience in product and structural design, specifically within metal fabrication, machined components, or other industrial products.
· Expert-level proficiency in AutoCAD for 2D modeling and flat pattern development; working knowledge of Revit for handling BIM including design, visualize and collaborate structural designs.
· Strong experience in performing engineering design calculations including structural load estimations and basic stress analysis.
· In-depth understanding of metal processing techniques—cutting, forming, punching, and welding—and their impact on design feasibility.
· Proficient in GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, DFM/DFA, and DFMEA methodologies to ensure robust and production-ready designs.
· Comprehensive knowledge of fabrication processes including laser/plasma cutting, bending, welding, and machining, with awareness of shop-floor constraints.
· Solid understanding of material behavior, coating/finishing processes (e.g., powder coating, galvanizing), and their influence on durability and performance.
· Proficiency in BOM management, part numbering systems, and revision control.
· Experience supporting manufacturing, prototyping, and first-article testing, translating design intent into production-ready deliverables.
· Familiarity with cost estimation, value engineering, and VAVE techniques for driving product affordability and standardization.
· Ability to independently plan, coordinate, and execute development projects—spanning new product introductions, redesigns, cost optimizations, and engineering analysis.
· Proven experience in mentoring junior engineers, reviewing their work, and conducting technical design reviews to ensure quality and consistency.
· Prior experience working in a global engineering environment with collaboration across multi-site including virtual coordination and occasional travel.
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
Summary
Lead design and development of construction products and structural assemblies.
Job title
Lead Engineer
Experience level
5+ years
Industry
manufacturing
Location requirements
Karnataka, IN; remote work not allowed
Salary
Not specified
Management role
Yes
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Karnataka, India