Cad Design Engineer

Groupe SEGULA Technologies SA; Chennai District; On-site; INR 550,000 - 950,000; Full time

Job summary

Groupe SEGULA Technologies SA in Chennai is seeking a CAD/Drafting engineer to develop detailed 2D drawings from 3D models, applying GD&T standards and tolerancing practices. You will manage drawing revisions in PLM systems and collaborate with design, manufacturing and quality teams.

The role requires proficiency in multiple CAD tools, knowledge of drafting standards, and ability to interpret complex assemblies for accurate fabrication and inspection support.

Qualifications

• Experience creating 2D drawings from 3D models and maintaining templates.
• Proficient in applying GD&T per ASME Y14.5 / ISO 1101 standards.
• Ability to work with PLM/PDM tools and release drawings.
• Knowledge of tolerance stack-up analysis and inspection support.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 2D drawings from 3D CAD models for parts and assemblies.
• Ensure drawings follow ASME/ISO drafting standards and company rules.
• Release and manage drawing revisions in PLM/PDM systems.
• Review vendor drawings for GD&T correctness and compliance.
• Coordinate with design, manufacturing and quality teams.
• Support First Article Inspection and PPAP activities.

Skills

2D/3D CAD drafting

GD&T

ASME Y14.5 / ISO 1101

Tolerance analysis

Cross-functional communication

Drawing interpretation

First Article Inspection (FAI)

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

NX

Creo

AutoCAD

Teamcenter

Windchill

SolidWorks PDM

Job description

Job Description / Technical Scope of Work :

• Perform structural sizing and select appropriate materials (steel, aluminum extrusion) for stability and load-bearing requirements; design for ease of installation, mobility (casters), height adjustability and maintenance access.
• Layout Design: Develop 2D/3D plant floor layouts integrating cobots, conveyors, fixtures, safety fencing and operator workstations.
• EOAT (End-of-Arm Tooling) Design: Design custom grippers, vacuum tooling and fixtures for cobot/robot end-effectors based on part geometry, weight and process requirements (pick-and-place, welding, dispensing, assembly).
• Select appropriate actuation methods (pneumatic, electric, vacuum) and off-the-shelf components (grippers, suction cups, sensors) from vendors (SMC, Festo, Schunk, OnRobot, etc.).

Drafting:

• Create detailed 2D engineering drawings (part drawings, assembly drawings, sub-assembly drawings) from 3D CAD models.
• Ensure drawings follow drafting standards (ASME Y14.5, ISO 128, or company-specific drafting standards).
• Maintain drawing templates, standard parts libraries and title block formats.
• Release and manage drawing revisions through PLM/PDM systems (Teamcenter, AWC, NX, etc.).

GD&T:

• Apply GD&T symbols and callouts (flatness, straightness, position, concentricity, runout, profile, etc.) accurately on part drawings per ASME Y14.5 / ISO 1101 standards.
• Establish proper Datum Reference Frames (DRFs) and datum schemes based on part function and assembly requirements.
• Perform tolerance stack-up checks to validate GD&T callouts support fit, form and function.
• Review supplier/vendor drawings for GD&T correctness and compliance with design intent.
• Support tolerance allocation discussions with design and manufacturing teams to balance cost vs. precision.
• Cross-Functional Support: Work closely with design engineers, manufacturing engineers and quality teams to ensure drawings reflect accurate design intent.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI), PPAP documentation and inspection report reviews related to dimensional callouts.
• Participate in design reviews (DFM/DFA) to identify drafting or tolerancing issues before release.
• Coordinate with vendors/machine shops to clarify drawing requirements and resolve manufacturing queries.

Others:

• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, Creo, AutoCAD) for drawing creation.
• Solid understanding of ASME Y14.5 (or ISO 1101) GD&T standards.
• Knowledge of engineering drawing standards, tolerancing practices and datum structures.
• Ability to read and interpret complex assembly drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience with tolerance stack-up analysis (1D/2D/3D) (preferred).
• Exposure to PLM/PDM tools (Teamcenter, Windchill, SolidWorks PDM) (preferred).
• ASME GDTP (GD&T Professional) certification - Technologist or Senior level - is a plus (preferred).
• Familiarity with sheet metal, machined parts, or plastic injection molded part drafting (preferred).
• Understanding of manufacturing processes (machining, casting, sheet metal, injection molding) to support DFM-friendly drafting (preferred).
• Strong attention to detail, precision and cross-functional communication skills.