Engineer II - Design Automation

Hubbell Incorporated; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Hubbell Incorporated in Chennai is seeking a Mechanical/Design Automation Engineer with 2–4 years of experience to develop and maintain DriveWorks-based automation for product configuration.

You will create data-driven workflows, automate SolidWorks models and drawings, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve engineering efficiency and standardize CAD processes.

Qualifications

• Educational background in Mechanical Engineering with 2–4 years’ experience in design automation.
• Hands-on DriveWorks Pro experience for design automation.
• Experience in SolidWorks part modeling, assemblies, and drawings.
• Experience 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.

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).
• 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.

Skills

DriveWorks Pro

SolidWorks

Scripting/Programming

SQL

MVVM

WinForms

WPF

Git

Azure

SAP

PDM/PLM

Education

B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SQL Server

Git

Azure

PDM/PLM tools

IIS

Job description

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We are seeking a skilled Mechanical/Design Automation Engineer with 2–4 years’ experience in Driveworks and SolidWorks, responsible for developing and maintaining configurable design automation solutions. The role focuses on creating data-driven workflows, improving engineering efficiency, and supporting product customization. It also involves integration with PDM/PLM systems, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and continuous improvement of automation processes.

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

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)

Supervisory Responsibilities

No supervisory responsibilities associated with this role.

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Utility Solutions

Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.