HCLTech Chennai Lead Design Engineer Salaries by 60+ Employees (Updated 2025)

5 - 10 years exp.

₹4.5 Lakhs - ₹15 Lakhs

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20% less than the average Lead Design Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 5 - 10 years of experience

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Research & Development Lead Design Engineer Salary 5 - 10 years exp. (55 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr
Engineering - Software & QA Lead Design Engineer Salary 9 - 10 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹8 L/yr - ₹10.3 L/yr
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Production, Manufacturing & Engineering Lead Design Engineer Salary 9 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.5 L/yr - ₹9.8 L/yr

Last Updated: 4 Apr 2025

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HCLTech Lead Design Engineer Salary

5 - 10 years exp. (68 salaries)

₹4.5 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Tata Elxsi Lead Design Engineer Salary 6 - 12 years exp. (19 salaries)	₹8.5 L/yr - ₹15.7 L/yr 46% more
HCL Group Lead Design Engineer Salary 5 - 10 years exp. (15 salaries)	₹5.3 L/yr - ₹8.3 L/yr 24% less
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TCS Lead Design Engineer Salary 6 - 14 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹8.5 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr 37% more
L&T Technology Services Lead Design Engineer Salary 10 - 14 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹8.6 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr 39% more
Cyient Lead Design Engineer Salary 7 - 13 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹12 L/yr - ₹14.9 L/yr 42% more

Lead Design Engineer salary at HCLTech ranges between ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹15 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 5 years to 10 years. Salary estimates are based on 68 latest salaries received from various employees of HCLTech.

Latest annual salaries shared by HCLTech Lead Design Engineer in Chennai

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₹8.8 Lakhs

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₹8.2 Lakhs

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₹14.5 Lakhs

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₹15 Lakhs

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₹15 Lakhs

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Experience wise HCLTech Lead Design Engineer salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 4 Apr 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
5 years (11 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
6 years (15 salaries)	₹5.5 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
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7 years (14 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
8 years (14 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹16.2 L/yr
9 years (8 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹10.8 L/yr
10 years (6 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr

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Top skills at HCLTech for Lead Design Engineer

Detailing PLM Automotive PDM CAD NPD Mechanical Design Trims New Product Development Development Wiring Harness CATIA

Salary related reviews for HCLTech

2.8

Rated by 9 employees for salary & benefits

Lead Design Engineer in Bangalore Rural

Research & Development Department

4.0

• posted on 08 Jul 2021

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good company to work with. Policies and benifits are good. For mechanical engineers, Engineering activity is less.(Based on my project)

Skill development - Good

+3 more

Dislikes

Nothing much. Compensation they shall meet market standard and promotion process is slow

Deputy Manager in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Sales & Business Development Department

3.0

• posted on 23 Mar 2025

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Hybrid WFH Good learning opportunities for presales Skill development Good Managers

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Poor Work life balance Forced to work overtime and on weekends Compensatory off not given Poor appraisal system Very poor salary

Salary - Poor

+3 more

Deputy Manager in Pune

Full Time

Finance & Accounting Department

5.0

• posted on 13 Mar 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...to the mark.. Acquisition is happen but it's not smooth as compared to others...I would like to join again if they have clarity in the salary structure and position

Salary - Good

+5 more

Dislikes

Policies and benefits, transport, medical and gratuity it's deducted from employees salary ..

Lead Engineer in Noida

Full Time

Data Science & Analytics Department

1.0

• posted on 23 Feb 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

No peaks as such

Dislikes

...ies. Unnecessary cost cuttings Work life is not balance in most of the projects. No growth no promotion no salary hike. They always expect your contribution in more than one project.

Salary - Bad

+6 more

Senior Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

2.0

• posted on 10 Feb 2025

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

HCLTECH is a good company to work with. The work-life balance is good, but it depends on the project/account. The work atmosphere is good.

Dislikes

poor work-life balance, below-average salary and benefits, limited career growth opportunities, inconsistent management quality, concerns about job security due to project-based work, and a perception of inadequate salary hikes even with good performance

Salary - Poor

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Cctc - 27.4 (21.6 fixed + 5.8 variable) Yoe - 10.7 years Tech stack: .Net full stack + Azure PaaS Cognizant offered around 42% hike on fixed component and gave 32LPA (30.5 fixed + 1.5 variable) Got selected for HCL Tech (Henkel client) and LTIMindtree and expecting offers/HR discussion soon. Question is how much "Fixed component" should I ask them? Thanks in advance

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HCLTech Lead Design Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Lead Design Engineer at HCLTech in Chennai?

The average salary of a Lead Design Engineer at HCLTech in Chennai typically ranges from ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 5 years to 10 years).

The top 10% of Lead Design Engineer in Chennai at HCLTech earn more than ₹10.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹15.0 Lakhs per year. Lead Design Engineer Salaries at HCLTech can be higher or lower depending on factors such as the specific team, level of experience, and additional benefits like bonuses and stock options.

These estimates are based on salary data submitted by 60+ HCLTech employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Lead Design Engineer at HCLTech in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Lead Design Engineer at HCLTech in Chennai typically ranges from ₹64,372 to ₹66,013 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 5 years to 10 years.The take-home salary is calculated after accounting for standard deductions such as taxes, provident fund (PF), and insurance. Salary estimates are based on 60+ salaries received from various employees of HCLTech. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Lead Design Engineer at HCLTech in Chennai?

To be a Lead Design Engineer at HCLTech in Chennai, the key skills required include:

- Detailing
- PLM
- Automotive
- PDM
- CAD

These skills are highly valued at HCLTech and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.

Which companies offer higher salaries than HCLTech for Lead Design Engineer in India?

Tata Elxsi	₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹15.7 Lakhs per year
Cyient	₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹14.9 Lakhs per year
L&T Technology Services	₹8.6 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by HCLTech, depending on the role and experience level.

What is the salary of a Lead Design Engineer in companies similar to HCLTech in Chennai?

The salary of a Lead Design Engineer at companies similar to HCLTech in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

HCL Group

₹5.3 Lakhs to ₹8.3 Lakhs per year

These companies, which operate in similar sectors, offer competitive salaries, although the range can vary based on the company and individual experience levels.

How the salary growth look like for a Lead Design Engineer at HCLTech in Chennai?

The salary growth for a Lead Design Engineer at HCLTech in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Lead Design Engineer in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at HCLTech:

Experience	Average Salary Range
5 years	₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
7 years	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹16.2 Lakhs per year

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HCLTech Lead Design Engineer salary in Chennai ranges between ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹15 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 68 HCLTech latest salaries received from various employees of HCLTech.