Associate Engineer - Mechanical Design

Nopo Nanotechnologies; Electronic City; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Nopo Nanotechnologies in Karnataka, India, is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Engineer to design and fabricate reactor components, piping, and supports. You will prepare 3D CAD models, GA drawings and BOMs, and perform calculations to ensure safe, compliant designs.

You will collaborate with senior engineers, vendors, and shop-floor teams, ensuring drawings, records, and test results are maintained while supporting maintenance and commissioning activities. Flexibility to travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related discipline).
• 13 years of experience in mechanical design, fabrication, maintenance or plant engineering.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor or similar) and AutoCAD.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs and fabrication specifications.
• Basic understanding of piping, fittings, valves, heat transfer and pressure equipment.
• Hands-on experience with fabrication, assembly, tools and workshop practices.
• Exposure to high-temperature or pressurized systems, gas handling, or process plant environments is a plus.
• Familiarity with ASME codes, GD&T or FEA is a plus.
• MS Office Suite
• Willingness to learn, take ownership and work in a fast-paced start-up environment
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare 3D CAD models, 2D fabrication drawings, GA drawings and BOMs for reactor components, skids, piping and supports.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and maintain design records.
• Support build, assembly and installation of reactor systems, piping and equipment on the shop floor.
• Coordinate with vendors and fabricators on drawings, quotes, material availability and delivery; follow up on purchase orders.
• Carry out incoming material and fabrication inspections, and support pressure testing, leak testing and commissioning activities.
• Support routine and breakdown maintenance of reactor systems and utilities.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment issues and record observations, root causes and corrective actions.
• Maintain engineering documentation, drawing revisions, inspection reports and test records.
• Work with Electronics team on installation and checks of instruments, sensors, heaters and control panels.
• Follow all EHS procedures, including safe handling of gases, permit-to-work and lockout/tagout; participate in safety reviews.
• Maintain spares and consumables inventory for engineering and raise requirements in time.
• Communicate clearly and work with colleagues, technicians, vendors and all levels.
• Travel to local vendor and fabricator sites may be required.

Skills

Mechanical design

Communication skills

Problem solving

Ownership & initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

Role & responsibilities

• Prepare 3D CAD models, 2D fabrication drawings, GA drawings and BOMs for reactor components, skids, piping and supports under the guidance of senior engineers
• Perform basic engineering calculations (pressure drop, heat load, wall thickness, flow) and maintain design records
• Support the build, assembly and installation of reactor systems, piping, fittings and associated equipment on the shop floor
• Coordinate with vendors and fabricators on drawings, quotes, material availability and delivery; follow up on purchase orders
• Carry out incoming material and fabrication inspections, and support pressure testing, leak testing and commissioning activities
• Support routine and breakdown maintenance of reactor systems and utilities to maximize uptime
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment issues and record observations, root causes and corrective actions
• Maintain engineering documentation, drawing revisions, inspection reports and test records on the shared drive
• Work with the Electronics team on installation and checks of instruments, sensors, heaters and control panels
• Follow all EHS procedures, including safe handling of pressurized and hazardous gases, permit-to-work and lockout/tagout; participate in safety reviews
• Maintain spares and consumables inventory for engineering and raise requirements in time
• Communicate clearly and work well with colleagues, technicians, vendors and all levels of the organization
• Travel to local vendor and fabricator sites may be required

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related discipline)
• 13 years of experience in mechanical design, fabrication, maintenance or plant engineering .
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor or similar) and AutoCAD
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs and fabrication specifications
• Basic understanding of piping, fittings, valves, heat transfer and pressure equipment
• Hands-on experience with fabrication, assembly, tools and workshop practices
• Exposure to high-temperature or pressurized systems, gas handling, or process plant environments is a plus
• Familiarity with ASME codes, GD&T or FEA is a plus
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Willingness to learn, take ownership and work in a fast-paced start-up environment
• Good verbal and written communication skills