Assistant Manager- Design and R&D

JobItUs; Gandhinagar; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

JobItUs is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Engineer to lead design and certification activities for industrial products. You will steer concepts through production and regulatory approvals, ensuring manufacturability, safety, and cost efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 10–12 years of hands-on experience in CAD-driven design, GD&T, BOM management, vendor development, and cost analysis, with exposure to ISO, ATEX, PESO, and CE standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 10–12 years of hands-on experience in mechanical design and manufacturing engineering.
• Exposure to ISO, ATEX, PESO and CE certification processes.
• Strong CAD and GD&T knowledge with BOM management experience.
• Ability to lead cross-functional engineering activities from concept to production.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and CATIA.
• Plan and execute manufacturing processes including casting, machining, welding, and fabrication.
• Coordinate certification activities with ISO, ATEX, PESO, CE authorities.
• Develop vendor network, evaluate RFQs, and manage cost optimization.
• Prepare detailed drawings, BOMs, and production documentation.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

CATIA

GD&T

BOM management

Vendor management

Product costing

Manufacturing processes

Regulatory standards

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

CATIA

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and result-oriented Mechanical Engineer with 10-12 years of hands-on expertise in mechanical design, manufacturing engineering, certification compliance, vendor development, and product costing. The candidate should possess strong technical knowledge in CAD tools, manufacturing processes, GD&T, and industrial certification requirements, with the ability to lead engineering activities from concept design to production and regulatory approvals.

The ideal candidate should have practical exposure to industrial products/systems requiring compliance with global and Indian standards such as ISO, ATEX, PESO, and related certification processes.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical Design & Product Development

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and industrial products using:
  • SolidWorks
  • AutoCAD
  • CATIA
• Create detailed 2D drawings, 3D models, manufacturing drawings, and engineering documentation.
• Support product lifecycle activities including concept development, prototyping, testing, validation, and engineering change management.
• Ensure design optimization for manufacturability, reliability, safety, and cost efficiency.

Manufacturing & Process Engineering

• Hands-on knowledge of manufacturing processes including:
  • Casting
  • Machining
  • Fabrication
  • Welding
  • Assembly processes
• Prepare and manage BOM (Bill of Materials) and production documentation.
• Coordinate with manufacturing teams for process planning and production support.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in quality, productivity, and cost reduction.

GD&T and Engineering Standards

• Apply dimensional tolerancing and GD&T principles in product and tooling design.
• Perform tolerance stack-up analysis and ensure compliance with engineering standards.
• Review technical drawings and manufacturing specifications for accuracy and manufacturability.

Certification & Regulatory Compliance

• Manage and support product certification and compliance activities related to:
  • International Organization for Standardization standards
  • ATEX compliance
  • Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation approvals
  • CE / Industrial safety compliance requirements
• Coordinate with certification agencies, inspection bodies, and regulatory authorities.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation required for certification submissions.
• Ensure products comply with hazardous area, industrial safety, and statutory regulations.
• Support audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.

Vendor Development & Supplier Management

• Develop and manage vendor and supplier network for mechanical components and manufacturing services.
• Coordinate with suppliers for:
  • Technical evaluation
  • RFQ management
  • Process capability assessment
  • Quality compliance
  • Cost optimization
• Conduct vendor audits and supplier qualification activities.
• Work closely with procurement, quality, and production teams for supply chain efficiency.

Costing & Commercial Engineering

• Prepare product costing, estimation, and manufacturing cost analysis.
• Evaluate machining, fabrication, tooling, raw material, and assembly costs.
• Support value engineering and cost reduction initiatives.
• Review supplier quotations and support commercial negotiations.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong hands-on expertise in:
  • SolidWorks
  • AutoCAD
  • CATIA
• Excellent understanding of:
  • Mechanical design
  • Manufacturing processes
  • Casting and machining
  • GD&T and tolerance analysis
  • BOM generation and management
  • Vendor management
  • Product costing
• Good knowledge of industrial certification and regulatory standards including:
  • International Organization for Standardization
  • ATEX
  • Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle cross-functional coordination and project ownership.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

Preferred Industry Experience

Candidates with experience in the following industries will be preferred:

• Oil & Gas
• Industrial Equipment
• Process Automation
• Hazardous Area Equipment
• Automotive
• Railways
• Heavy Engineering
• Aerospace / Defense Manufacturing

Key Attributes

• Practical engineering mindset
• Strong ownership and execution capability
• Attention to detail
• Vendor relationship management
• Regulatory and compliance awareness
• Cost-conscious engineering approach