About Us At PadCare, we’re on a mission to make hygiene sustainable. Founded in 2018, we have developed India’s first patented sanitary napkin recycling technology—PadCareX.
But we’re not just solving a waste problem, we’re building a circular economy that champions environmental resilience and social equity. Our service model closes the loop starting from collection, recycling, and transforming single-use sanitary napkins into sustainable materials, while also creating dignified jobs for marginalized waste workers, especially women, across the country.
With 100+ changemakers across 25+ cities, PadCare is driving real impact—for people and the planet. Recognized by Forbes, the World Economic Forum, and more, we believe business can be a force for good. If you do too, PadCare is where your purpose finds a home.
Oh, and you must have seen us on an episode of Shark Tank India, Season 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7q0cmPtpJRo
To learn more about the work that PadCare is doing, check out the website: www.padcarelabs.com
Job Description
Role overview & Key responsibilities
The Senior Design and Development Engineer will play a key role in driving PadCare’s hardware innovation by taking ownership of product design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing. The role requires strong CAD skills, hands-on fabrication knowledge, and a deep understanding of engineering principles to deliver high-quality sustainable products that align with PadCare’s mission.
- Create accurate 3D CAD models, detailed part and assembly drawings, and Bill of Materials (BOM) to support manufacturing and assembly.
- Lead the end-to-end product development cycle – from ideation and prototyping to manufacturing and field implementation.
- Take responsibility for team handling and effective execution of projects.
- Analyze and optimize existing designs for improved performance, cost-efficiency, and sustainability.
- Develop functional prototypes, conduct product testing, and incorporate user feedback into iterative improvements.
- Provide on-ground support during product development, trials, and implementation as required.
- Plan and manage design projects including timeline, budget, and workflow tracking.
- Collaborate with engineers, designers, and cross-functional teams to brainstorm and implement innovative product solution
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Production Engineering or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering.
- 4–6 years of experience in mechanical design and product development.
- Experience in team handling and project execution.
- Experience in managing multiple projects and coordinating with vendors or manufacturing teams
- Strong 3D CAD modeling skills – SolidWorks proficiency is essential.
- Knowledge of design for manufacturing processes – turning, milling, welding, and sheet metal fabrication.
- Understanding of mechanical design principles and prototyping methods.
- Hands-on experience with product lifecycle management.
- Familiarity with safety standards and regulatory compliance for mechanical products.
- Technical documentation and BOM creation.
- Culture Fit: Must align with PadCare’s values – Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Collaboration, Customer-First, Innovation.
Work Mode: Full-time; based in Pune.
Benefits
Why Join us
- Compensation: Competitive salary in line with industry standards.
- Growth Path: Opportunity to scale into Design Lead and beyond as PadCare expands globally.
- Purpose With Impact: Join a mission-driven team transforming menstrual hygiene through sustainable solutions that uplift women’s health, the environment, and sanitation workers' dignity.
- Eco-Warrior in Action: Help recycle millions of sanitary pads and actively reduce landfill waste and carbon emissions—real impact, not just buzzwords.
- Innovation Meets Heart: Be part of a team that blends empathy with patented 5D recycling tech to build the future of circular economy.
- Grow With Us: We’re a fast-gowing, venture-backed startup offering real opportunities to scale your career as we scale our impact.
- A Culture That Cares: Work in a space where collaboration, inclusivity, and purpose aren’t just values—they’re how we roll every day.
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