GDP Engineer - Prototype Engineering

Henkel

  • Chennai, Tamil Nadu
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
About this Position This is a professional engineering service role responsible for providing support to the Design & Proto/Tooling team. The individual will work closely with Henkel's engineering team, covering prototype sampling and coordinating initial supplies.What you´ll do
  • Manage the end-to-end prototype build process, including part planning, scheduling, material follow-up, and assembly.
  • Interpret CAD models and engineering drawings to support prototype development.
  • Coordinate with design engineers, toolmakers, suppliers, 3PM, and manufacturing teams for prototype feasibility and manufacturability.
  • Ensure prototypes are built in line with design intent and quality standards, including dimensional and visual checks.
  • Ensure all equipment is well maintained and in good working condition.
  • Track BOMs, materials, and timelines to meet prototype delivery commitments.
  • Maintain documentation and records for all prototype builds, including build reports, deviations, and observations.
  • Collaborate with testing and validation teams for functional and durability testing of prototypes.
  • Ensure adherence to health, safety, and 5S practices during all prototype operations.
What makes you a good fit
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical / automotive / production engineering (or equivalent).
  • Fresh graduate or up to 1 year of experience in prototype engineering, tooling, or product development
  • Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., CATIA, Creo, NX, SolidWorks).
  • Understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, and BOMs.
  • Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and prototype testing methods.
  • Good communication and coordination skills to work with cross-functional teams.
Some perks of joining Henkel
  • Diverse national and international growth opportunities
  • Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
  • Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
  • Best-in-class Group Medical Insurance policy covering employee, spouse and up to 2 children
  • Competitive accident and term life policies for up to 3 times annual gross salary
  • Progressive OPD policy of INR 30,000 for employee, spouse and up to 2 children
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.

Henkel

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