Mechanical Design Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Leadership

• Lead design programs and manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Oversee progress reporting, risk assessment, and design review presentations for management and customers.
• Support R&D and innovation initiatives aligned with business goals.

2. Design and Development

• Perform and review detailed electromechanical CAD designs, assemblies, and drawings using SOLIDWORKS.
• Develop conceptual designs for mechanical systems, sub-assemblies, and equipment layouts.
• Conduct design validation and performance evaluation against customer requirements.
• Lead internal and external design reviews during various project stages.
• Participate in new product design reviews and develop part specifications.
• Prepare CAD models, GA layouts, and detailed 2D drawings in AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Maintain design documentation including drawings, BOMs, and reports.
• Coordinate with the production team during assembly and project execution.

3. Team & Project Coordination

• Work collaboratively with design, production, and manufacturing teams to transition concepts to production.
• Mentor and train junior engineers, provide task guidance, and monitor work quality and timelines.
• Ensure documentation accuracy and version control for all design files and related reports.

4. Technical & Process Expertise

• Apply advanced knowledge of machine mechanisms, components, materials, and automation systems.
• Optimize mechanical designs for manufacturability, durability, and cost efficiency.
• Manage vendor coordination for bought-out parts and ensure quality as per design standards.

5. Stakeholder & Supplier Interaction

• Liaise with customers for requirement clarification, design approval, and progress discussions.
• Coordinate with external suppliers for fabrication, machining, and assembly of parts as per design specifications.
• Ensure supplier quality and adherence to design and process parameters.

6. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain detailed design records, project documentation, and reports.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for management and the board of directors.
• Support project estimation, proposal drafting, and technical clarifications when required.

Key Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electronic components such as gearmotors, sensors, switches, VFDs, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Excellent understanding of basic engineering calculations and principles.
• Ability to select appropriate bought-out parts based on design and application requirements.
• Proficiency in SOLIDWORKS and AutoCAD (mandatory).
• Strong command over GD&T; able to create and review drawings following ISO / ASME / IS standards.

Hands-on experience in:

• Prototype design and R&D work
• Reverse engineering and design improvement
• Documentation management and customer coordination
• Experience working with cross-functional teams (sales, production, purchase, quality, etc.).
• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and ERP/SAP systems.
• Strong skills in team handling, project management, and multi-project coordination.
• Proficient in budgeting, cost estimation, manufacturing drawing checking, and process planning.
• Strong organizational leadership, English communication, and presentation skills

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering or relevant technical degree

Relavant Experience:

• Relevant min. 2~5 years of experience in conveyor systems, packaging machinery, food and

pharma machinery, robotics, gantry automation, pick & place systems, conveyor automation, packaging automation, SPM and ASRS design experience.