Senior Design Engineer

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About the Role

Mechanical Design Engineer

Key Responsibilities

1. Design & Development

• Design

  robot fixtures, grippers, welding jigs, positioners, gantry systems

  , and other automation equipment.
• Create

  3D models, 2D drawings, BOMs

  , and complete design documentation.
• Ensure designs meet functional, structural, and safety standards.
  
• Perform

  tolerance stack-ups, interference checks, DFM, DFA

  , and feasibility studies.

2. Robot & Automation Integration

• Understand robot reach, payload, cable routing, safety zones & process requirements.
  
• Integrate mechanical design with

  robot, electrical, pneumatic, and welding systems

  .

3. Analysis & Validation

• Perform

  basic structural analysis

  and load calculations for frames, fixtures, and mechanisms.
• Support prototype building, installation, and commissioning activities.
  

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with

  robot programmers, electrical engineers, and production teams

  .
• Coordinate with vendors for manufacturing, machining, and fabrication.
  

5. Quality & Standards

• Ensure all designs meet

  ISO, CE, safety, and customer-specific standards

  .
• Maintain revision control, design guidelines, and engineering best practices.
  

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of

  SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, CATIA, or Creo

  .
• Understanding of manufacturing processes like

  machining, fabrication, sheet metal, welding

  .
• Good knowledge of robotics fundamentals (reach, payload, TCP, EOAT, accessibility).
  
• Proficiency in

  GD&T, tolerance analysis, and engineering calculations

  .
• Basic understanding of

  pneumatics/hydraulics

  preferred.
• Ability to work in fast-paced project environments.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree / Diploma in

  Mechanical Engineering

  or related field.
• Experience in

  robotics, automation, SPM, or welding automation

  is an added advantage.

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
  
• Project ownership and willingness to visit customer sites for installation/commissioning.