Mechanical Engineer

Job Description – Designer / Technical Architect (Mechanical)

Company Overview

We are a leading AMISP (Advanced Metering Infrastructure Service Provider) in India, manufacturing over 5 Lakh smart energy meters monthly with fully captive Design, Development, Validation, Software, and Managed Services teams. With a current turnover of ₹600 Cr and exponential growth ahead, we are expanding into smart water and gas metering. This Kolkata-based role supports the digital backbone of our secure, data-intensive ecosystem.

Position Details

**Position:** Designer / Technical Architect (Mechanical)

**Location:** Hyderabad, India

Qualification and Experience

Qualification

Experience

BE / B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering)

7 – 12 years

Diploma (Mechanical Engineering)

10 – 15 years

Preferred Industry

Industrial Electronics / Energy Metering

Key Responsibilities

1. Design & develop smart meter products, including communication modules, in line with IS and IEC standards.
2. Lead prototype development and verification for compliance with functional and regulatory requirements.
3. Collaborate with suppliers for DFA (Design for Assembly) and DFM (Design for Manufacturing) of plastic and metal parts.
4. Coordinate with hardware designers and layout engineers for hardware-mechanical integration.
5. Create detailed 2D drawings of components, sub-assemblies, and products.
6. Perform tolerance analysis at part and assembly levels.
7. Select suitable plastics and metals based on product requirements.
8. Conduct verification and validation of parts, sub-assemblies, and complete products.

Required Skills

• Expertise in design and development of plastic and metal parts for electro-mechanical products.
• Proficiency in 3D modelling software (preferably SolidWorks).
• Knowledge of mould flow analysis and basics of mould design.
• Experience working with local and global suppliers for prototypes and design optimization.
• In-depth knowledge of machining, surface treatments, coatings, and joining techniques (soldering, brazing, riveting, crimping).
• Strong understanding of drafting practices, geometric tolerancing, and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of IS and IEC standards for smart meters (preferred).
• Expertise in material selection for plastics and metals.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent multidisciplinary collaboration with engineering and supply chain teams.
• Effective technical communication and documentation skills.
• Innovative, quality-driven, and continuous improvement mindset.