Design Engineer

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Job Purpose

To design, plan, and execute project drawings and related documentation for Pre-Engineered Building (PEB) and Industrial Construction projects. The Design Engineer will coordinate with Project Managers, Draftsmen, and Production teams to deliver accurate, timely, and ISO-compliant design outputs, ensuring alignment with project requirements and client approvals.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Coordination & Requirement Collection

• Obtain all project details and technical requirements from the authorized person (Project Manager).
• Participate in discussion meetings for complete understanding of project scope and specifications.
• Ensure design outputs are aligned with site conditions, client needs, and company standards.

2. Design Preparation & Detailing

• Provide clear, accurate inputs to the Draftsman for model drawing preparation.
• Review and verify all model drawings before uploading them to ERP software.
• Prepare key design deliverables, including:

• MD-A:

  Main Section Drawings

• MD-B:

  Gable End Section Drawings

• MD-C:

  Purlin Layout Drawings

• MD-D:

  Column Layout / Bed Bolt Drawings
• Define drawing timelines, allocate work to team members, and monitor progress against schedule.
• After Project Manager / MD approval, prepare part drawings and assist the Draftsman in detailing.

3. Approval & Documentation

• Enter all project plans in ERP software and update daily working status.
• Submit design files to Production In-charge for review and ensure feedback is received within 24 hours.
• Revise and re-design corrected areas as per feedback and obtain final approval.
• Compare finalized designs with project schedule to ensure full compliance.
• Submit final ISO-formatted drawings and schedules to the MD for approval (no oral approvals allowed).
• Share the approved main drawing file (excluding schedule) with the client for their confirmation.
• Follow up with the customer to obtain final approval before production release.

4. Production Coordination

• Provide approved design CAD files to the Production In-charge for CNC programming.
• Prepare accurate

  Bill of Materials (BOM)

  for every approved design.
• Submit material requests to the Purchase Department.
• Send final drawing and schedule files to Production.
• Maintain physical and soft copies of all project files, including:
• Measurement data, meeting minutes, approvals, and correspondence.
• Separate storage for old-version CAD files.

5. Quality & Compliance

• Re-check production progress to ensure design-versus-product accuracy.
• Conduct random product measurements and inspections.
• Review inspection reports versus BOM; make corrections if discrepancies arise.
• Coordinate with logistics for vehicle arrangements and dispatch readiness.
• Ensure all documentation follows ISO standards and company protocol.

6. Reporting & Communication

• Submit daily reports to MD / HR / Project Head / Department Head.
• Conduct weekly project review meetings with design and related teams.
• Maintain healthy inter-departmental communication and people management within the team.
• Follow all company rules, safety policies, and ethical work practices.

Skills & Qualifications

• Education:

  B.E / B.Tech/ in Civil, Mechanical, or ME,Structural Engineering.

• Experience:

  35 years of experience in PEB or Industrial Building design.

• Software Skills:

  AutoCAD, STAAD Pro / Tekla / MBS (Preferred), and ERP tools.

• Core Competencies:

• Strong technical drawing and visualization ability.
• Excellent coordination and communication skills.
• Knowledge of fabrication and erection sequence.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and design validation.
• Commitment to timelines and documentation discipline.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely delivery of drawings as per project schedule.
• Zero-error design output and adherence to ISO standards.
• Positive feedback from Project Manager / Production team.
• Effective ERP updates and documentation maintenance.
• Active participation and leadership in weekly review meetings.