Career Opportunities in Product Design
M.Tech in Product Design and Development opens up a wide range of career paths across core and design-driven industries. Graduates can work in:
- Automobile and Aerospace Design
- Consumer Electronics and Appliances
- Medical Equipment Development
- Industrial Product Innovation
- R&D and New Product Development Teams
- UI/UX Hardware Prototyping
- Design Consultancy Firms
- Startups in Product Engineering or IoT
Top Recruiters for M.Tech
Top recruiters include Bosch, Tata Elxsi, GE, L&T Technology Services, Honeywell, TVS, and Mahindra, among others. Students can also explore roles like:
- Product Development Engineer
- Design Engineer
- CAD Specialist
- Innovation Strategist
- Industrial Designer
- Technical Consultant
Salary
The salary after completing M.Tech in Product Design and Development can vary based on industry, skillset, and experience:
- Entry-Level (Freshers): ₹4.5 LPA – ₹6.5 LPA
- Mid-Level (2–5 years): ₹7 LPA – ₹12 LPA
- Senior-Level/Managerial Roles: ₹15 LPA and above
- In MNCs or Overseas Roles: Can go beyond ₹20 LPA
Professionals with strong design portfolios, knowledge of tools like SolidWorks, CATIA, AutoCAD, Ansys, and experience with prototyping or simulations tend to command higher packages.
