Engineer II - Design Automation

Hubbell; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Hubbell is seeking a mechanical design engineer to develop, configure, and maintain Driveworks Pro projects, automate SolidWorks models, and create data-driven design automation solutions.

You will build input forms with validation, generate outputs such as CAD models and drawings, and support PLM/ERP integrations. Collaborating with design engineers, you will standardize components and advance automation efficiency across projects.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks (Parts, Assemblies, Drawings).
• Expertise in DriveWorks, including rule creation, form design, and workflow configuration.
• MS Office proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong scripting, logic development, and automation handling skills.
• 2–4 years of experience in engineering design processes, with DriveWorks Pro exposure.

Responsibilities

• Develop, configure, and maintain Driveworks Pro projects including forms, rules, macros and workflows.
• Automate SolidWorks models, assemblies, and drawings using Driveworks.
• Create data-driven design automation solutions aligned with engineering standards.
• Develop user-friendly input forms with validation logic for product configuration.
• Generate automated outputs such as CAD models, drawings, and documents (PDF, DXF, STEP).
• Support integration of Driveworks with SolidWorks PDM/PLM and external databases (SQL).
• Assist in implementing workflow automation (approvals, task flows, state transitions).

Skills

SolidWorks

DriveWorks

MS Office

Scripting/Automation

Education

B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SQL Server

Git

Azure

IIS

Job description

A Day In The Life

• Develop, configure, and maintain Driveworks Pro projects including forms, rules, macros and workflows
• Automate SolidWorks models, assemblies, and drawings using Driveworks
• Create data-driven design automation solutions aligned with engineering standards
• Develop user-friendly input forms with validation logic for product configuration
• Generate automated outputs such as CAD models, drawings, and documents (PDF, DXF, STEP)
• Support integration of Driveworks with SolidWorks PDM/PLM and external databases (SQL)
• Support PLM system initiatives, including implementation, enhancement, and integration with engineering and automation tools
• Assist in implementing workflow automation (approvals, task flows, state transitions)
• Support Driveworks Live (Web Configurator) deployment and enhancements
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to rules, workflows, and configurations
• Optimize performance of Driveworks projects for efficiency and scalability
• Maintain version control and release practices for automation projects
• Work closely with design engineers and cross-functional teams to understand product requirements
• Support standardization and reuse of CAD components and automation logic
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance automation efficiency
• Provide basic user support and training to internal stakeholders
• Exposure to ERP/CRM integration and data exchange
• Collaboration with IT teams on deployment, IIS setup, and system upgrades
• Participation in multi-user and enterprise-level automation implementations

What will help you thrive in this role

Education

B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent qualification

Experience

Minimum 2-4 years of experience in engineering design processes

Strong hands-on experience with DriveWorks Pro for design automation

Experience in SolidWorks part modeling, assemblies, and drawings

Proven experience in creating automated workflows, rules, and forms using DriveWorks

Exposure to product configuration, CAD standardization, and Knowledge-Based Engineering (KBE)

Experience in supporting product customization and engineering automation projects

Mandatory Skills

• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks (Parts, Assemblies, and Drawings)
• Expertise in DriveWorks, including rule creation, form design, and workflow configuration
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Strong scripting, logic development, and automation handling skills

Desirable Skills

• Working knowledge of C#, VB.NET, VBA, Excel Macros, or other scripting/programming languages
• Basic to intermediate experience with SQL Server and database management techniques
• Familiarity with XAML, WinForms, and WPF using MVVM architecture
• Exposure to Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, and API-based customization
• Understanding of version control systems such as Git
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure platforms
• Working knowledge of SAP, PDM, PLM tools, and IIS (Internet Information Services)

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