Purpose of the Role:
The Design Development Engineer will be responsible for mechanical design, sheet metal design and development, fabrication drawings, 3D modeling, engineering documentation, design optimization, and coordination with manufacturing teams for successful execution of projects.
The candidate should have strong experience in industrial product design, sheet metal structures, fabrication processes, assemblies, and engineering calculations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop sheet metal components, assemblies, and industrial products.
- Prepare 3D models, fabrication drawings, GA drawings, and BOMs.
- Develop detailed engineering documentation and design standards.
- Create sheet metal flat patterns and manufacturing-ready drawings.
- Perform tolerance analysis and engineering calculations.
- Coordinate with production, fabrication, laser cutting, bending, and welding teams.
- Optimize designs for manufacturing, cost reduction, and assembly efficiency.
- Support prototype development and production troubleshooting.
- Ensure compliance with customer specifications and industry standards.
- Participate in design reviews and technical discussions.
- Maintain engineering records and revision control using PDM/PLM systems.
Required Technical Skills
Software Skills
Candidate should have hands-on experience in:
- Autodesk Inventor
- SolidWorks Sheet Metal
- AutoCAD Mechanical
- Autodesk Vault
Preferred Additional Skills
- Knowledge of CNC fabrication processes
- Laser cutting and bending calculations
Preferred Experience
- Sheet metal enclosure design
- Industrial panel / switchgear fabrication
- Fabrication and welding drawings
- Structural / mechanical assemblies
- GD&T and manufacturing tolerances
- Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
- Product development lifecycle
- Exposure to IEC/industrial standards preferred
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- CAD certifications preferred
Desired Candidate Profile
- Strong understanding of sheet metal manufacturing processes
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong knowledge of fabrication standards and practices
- Good communication and coordination skills
- Ability to independently handle design projects
- Team-oriented and proactive approach
Recruitment Priority
Priority Level:Â High
The position is required to support increasing engineering workload, sheet metal product development activities, and ongoing customer projects.
Expected Joining Timeline
Immediate / Within 30 – 45 Days
Compensation
As per company policy and candidate experience.