Mechanical Design Engineer

HINGE TECH INDIA PVT LTD; Chennai District; On-site; INR 650,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

HINGE TECH INDIA PVT LTD, based in Chennai, seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer for on-site development of mechanical components and systems such as cranes, conveyors, and pallets. You will create and update CAD models, perform basic design calculations, and work with cross-functional teams to ensure performance, safety, and manufacturability.

The role requires collaboration with production and quality teams, documenting designs, and coordinating with the South Korea head office and regional

Qualifications

• Design engineering and machine design for industrial equipment.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA).
• Knowledge of manufacturing, materials selection, and basic structural/tolerance analysis.
• Ability to interpret standards and manage multiple design tasks.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for cranes, conveyors, mould carrier cars, storage racks, and pallets.
• Create and revise CAD models and drawings; perform basic design calculations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet performance, safety, and manufacturability requirements.
• Prepare technical documentation and bills of materials; support prototyping and testing.
• Coordinate with production, quality teams and South Korea head office; on-site Chennai role.

Skills

Design engineering

Machine design

Mechanical engineering

Product design

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

CATIA

Job description

Company Description

HINGE TECH INDIA PVT LTD is the Indian subsidiary of a leading South Korea–based manufacturer of cranes, conveyors, mould carrier cars, storage racks, and pallets. The company serves industrial clients that require robust material handling and storage solutions, offering products engineered for reliability and efficiency. With its Indian headquarters located in Chennai, HINGE TECH INDIA PVT LTD supports local and regional customers through design, manufacturing, and service capabilities. The organization values practical innovation, safety, and quality, providing engineering professionals with opportunities to work on diverse industrial equipment and customized solutions.

Role Description

The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for designing and developing mechanical components and systems for cranes, conveyors, mould carrier cars, storage racks, and pallets. Day-to-day tasks include creating and revising detailed CAD models and drawings, performing basic design calculations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet performance, safety, and manufacturability requirements. The engineer will interact with production and quality teams to resolve design-related issues, support prototyping and testing, and prepare technical documentation and bills of materials. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Chennai, requiring regular coordination with the South Korea head office and local customers.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Design Engineering and Machine Design for industrial equipment and structures.
• Candidates should possess solid foundations in Mechanical Engineering and Product Design to develop functional and reliable mechanical systems.
• Candidates should possess proficiency in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA, or similar) for 2D/3D modeling and drafting.
• Candidates should possess knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials selection, and basic structural and tolerance analysis.
• Candidates should possess effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with engineering, production, and international stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline is preferred; relevant industry experience in material handling or industrial machinery is an advantage.
• Ability to interpret standards, follow safety and quality requirements, and manage multiple design tasks within timelines.