Mechanical Design Engineer

Scikraft E&E Pvt Ltd; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational engineering firm in Bengaluru is seeking a driven Design Engineer to develop mechanical components and lab structures for modern educational environments. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 2 years of hands-on design experience, primarily using SolidWorks. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with teams to create user-centered designs and optimize for usability and manufacturability.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and engineering standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components for educational environments.
• Create 2D/3D models and manufacturing drawings using CAD software.
• Prototype, test, and iterate designs for usability and manufacturability.

Skills

Conceptual thinking

User-centered design

Proficiency in SolidWorks

Understanding of mechanical design fundamentals

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Fusion 360

Job description

Seeking a driven Design Engineer to develop innovative lab structures combining smart data and creative pedagogy, with a passion for hands-on problem-solving and educational design.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and lab structures tailored for modern educational environments
• Create detailed 2D/3D models and manufacturing drawings using CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product, education, and manufacturing to translate functional needs into practical designs
• Select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes based on product requirements and constraints
• Prototype, test, and iterate designs to ensure structural integrity, usability, and manufacturability
• Optimize designs for cost-efficiency, durability, and scalability
• Liaise with vendors and fabricators to ensure quality and adherence to design specifications
• Maintain and document design revisions, BOMs, and project files meticulously
• Stay current with industry trends, materials innovation, and new manufacturing technologies

Qualifications

• Strong conceptual thinking and an eye for functional, user-centered design
• Proficiency in SolidWorks; familiarity with AutoCAD, Fusion 360, or other tools is a plus
• Understanding of mechanical design fundamentals, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and DFM principles
• Solid knowledge of materials (metals, polymers, composites) and relevant manufacturing processes (sheet metal, welding, machining, 3D printing, etc.)
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, drawings, and engineering standards

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.E./B.Tech) or Master’s degree (M.Tech) in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering & Management (IEM), or related field
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in mechanical design, preferably involving product development or manufacturing