Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Coimbatore
May 4, 2026
Full Time
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Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead end-to-end machinery design and development. This role involves complete ownership of the product lifecycle—from concept development and system design to prototyping, validation, and BOM release. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in machine design, new product development, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

Design & Development

  • Lead concept design based on customer and business requirements
  • Develop system architecture, machine layouts, and configurations
  • Perform design calculations, kinematic analysis, and component sizing

CAD & Engineering Documentation

  • Create 3D models and 2D drawings using CAD tools
  • Apply GD&T standards and perform tolerance stack-up analysis
  • Maintain drawings, documentation, and revision control

Validation & Optimization

  • Conduct design validation, simulations, and FEA analysis
  • Apply DFX methodologies (DFM, DFA, DFC, DFS, DFR)
  • Ensure designs are cost-effective, manufacturable, and serviceable

Prototyping & Testing

  • Support prototype manufacturing, assembly, and trials
  • Conduct functional, performance, and reliability testing
  • Identify issues and implement design improvements

Collaboration & Integration

  • Work with Production, Quality, Purchase, and Service teams
  • Coordinate with suppliers for component development
  • Interact with customers during trials and issue resolution
  • Ensure integration with ERP/PLM systems

Requirements

  • 5–10 years of experience in mechanical or machine design
  • Strong expertise in machinery design and new product development
  • Proficiency in CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Solid Edge, or AutoCAD
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals
  • Experience with GD&T and tolerance analysis
  • Knowledge of material selection and manufacturing processes
  • Experience in DFX methodologies
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Experience in SPM or textile machinery (preferred)

Skills

  • Mechanical & Machine Design
  • CAD Tools (SolidWorks, Inventor, Solid Edge, AutoCAD)
  • Design Calculations & Kinematics
  • GD&T and Tolerance Analysis
  • FEA & Simulation
  • DFX (DFM, DFA, etc.)
  • BOM Management (EBOM)
  • Product Development (NPD)
  • Manufacturing Processes & Materials
  • Problem Solving & Cross-functional Collaboration

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