Design Application Engineer

Company Description

GAI (Gas Analytical Instruments) is a leading manufacturer and solutions provider in the field of advanced gas detection and analysis. We specialize in the design, development, and production of high-precision gas analyzers tailored for industrial, environmental, and safety applications across OEM and global markets. With a strong focus on innovation, accuracy, and reliability, GAI delivers state-of-the-art instruments that meet stringent international standards and regulatory compliance. Our product portfolio includes fixed and portable gas analyzers, multi-gas monitoring systems, and customized sensor modules, enabling seamless integration into OEM systems and industrial automation frameworks.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role located in Mumbai for a Design Application Engineer. The Design Application Engineer will be responsible for developing and designing engineering solutions for various projects. Day-to-day tasks include using CAD software, collaborating with cross-functional teams, participating in product development, and ensuring adherence to industry standards. The role requires a hands-on approach to designing and developing electrical, mechanical, and control systems.

Design & Development

• Conceptualize and design gas analytical instruments for detection, measurement, and analysis of various gases (e.g., H₂S, NH₃, CO₂, CH₄, O₂, NOx, SO₂).
• Develop electrical, electronic, and mechanical subsystems, including sensor integration, enclosures, and sampling systems.
• Select appropriate sensing technologies (electrochemical, NDIR, TDLAS, paramagnetic, etc.) based on application requirements.

Application Engineering

• Conduct application studies to understand customer requirements, gas composition, range, environmental conditions, and regulatory constraints.
• Adapt standard product designs for custom industrial applications such as oil & gas, petrochemical, environmental monitoring, and process control.
• Work with process diagrams, P&ID, and sample conditioning design.

Standards & Compliance

• Ensure designs meet relevant Indian standards (BIS, PESO, IS) and applicable DRDO specifications for defense projects.
• Understand and implement ATEX/IECEx and IP-rated designs for hazardous areas, where applicable.

Prototyping & Testing

• Create prototypes and oversee fabrication, assembly, and integration.
• Develop and execute functional, calibration, and performance testing plans.
• Validate designs under various operating and environmental conditions.

Documentation & Support

• Prepare design documents, BOMs, CAD drawings, and technical manuals.
• Support field commissioning teams with technical solutions.
• Provide customer training for operation and maintenance.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with sales, production, and quality teams to ensure design-to-production readiness.
• Coordinate with vendors for specialized component sourcing and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Education: B.E./B.Tech in Instrumentation, Electronics, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience: 2–6 years in design/application engineering of gas analyzers, process analyzers, or related instrumentation.
• Certifications (Preferred): Knowledge of BIS/DRDO standards, ATEX/IECEx, ISO 9001 systems, and calibration procedures.

Skill Set

Technical Skills:

• Strong background in instrumentation design (mechanical & electronic) and application engineering.
• Experience with gas sensing technologies, sample handling, and flow systems.
• Knowledge of calibration methods, signal conditioning, and data logging.
• Familiarity with microcontroller or PLC-based controls for gas analyzers.

Tools & Software:

• Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and PCB design tools (Altium, Eagle).
• Simulation tools for flow, heat, and signal response (COMSOL, ANSYS preferred).

Soft Skills:

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Good communication for technical documentation and customer interaction.
• Ability to work under deadlines in multi-disciplinary teams.