ISGEC Hiring Sr. Manager - Steel Plant Equipment (Mechanical)

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About the Role:

We are looking for a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design and development of steel plant equipment such as palletizing discs, transfer cars, material handling systems, conveyors, and heavy welded/fabricated structures. The candidate will be responsible for end-to-end design, engineering calculations, structural validation, and supporting manufacturing and commissioning activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the conceptual and detailed mechanical design of palletizing discs, transfer cars, conveyors, and other heavy equipment used in steel plants.
• Prepare general arrangement drawings, detailed manufacturing drawings, and 3D models for complex assemblies.
• Carry out design calculations including load estimation, structural analysis, drive selection, shaft & bearing design, and fatigue analysis.
• Select appropriate materials, bearings, gearboxes, couplings, wheels, and drive systems based on application.
• Ensure welded and fabricated structures meet strength, durability, and safety requirements.
• Conduct tolerance stack-up analysis to ensure reliable assembly and smooth operation.
• Collaborate with hydraulics, electrical, and automation teams for integrated equipment design.
• Provide technical support during manufacturing, shop assembly, and commissioning at customer sites.
• Ensure compliance with international standards (DIN, ISO, BIS, ASME) for steel plant equipment design.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Proven expertise in mechanical design of heavy machinery, bulk material handling, and steel plant equipment.
• Proficiency in CAD software (preferably AutoCAD and SolidWorks).
• Strong knowledge of shafts, bearings, gears, welded structures, rolling components, and drive systems.
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) for structural strength and fatigue life estimation.
• Familiarity with standards such as DIN, ISO, ASME, BIS for mechanical design.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with ability to handle complex projects.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.

Eligibility Criteria:

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering
• 15+ years of experience in mechanical design of heavy industrial/steel plant equipment.
• Track record in design and successful execution of steel industry machinery such as palletizing discs, transfer cars, conveyors, ladle handling systems, or similar equipment.