Mechanical Design Intern

Aptronics; Khordha; On-site; INR 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

Aptronics is seeking a Design Engineer for a full-time internship in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The role involves designing, prototyping, and optimizing plastic components for drone systems, collaborating with various teams to ensure effective mass production.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and proficiency in CAD software. Responsibilities include CAD design, part specification creation, and collaboration on prototyping processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Proficient in CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, or Fusion 360.
• Hands-on experience in designing plastic parts and understanding of injection moulding processes.

Responsibilities

• Design plastic components, enclosures, and housings using CAD tools.
• Develop mould-ready part designs and work with tooling vendors.
• Create 3D models, 2D drawings, and detailed part specifications.

Skills

CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, Fusion 360)

Designing plastic parts

Understanding of injection moulding processes

Knowledge of polymer properties

Excellent drafting skills

Visualization of ergonomic and aesthetic aspects

Drafting tolerances and GD&T principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Location: Bhubaneswar

Employment Type: Full-Time internship

As a Design Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, prototyping, and optimizing plastic components and molds for drone systems. You will work closely with the mechanical and manufacturing teams to create ergonomic, lightweight, and durable designs ready for mass production and field deployment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design plastic components, enclosures, and housings using CAD tools with DFM principles.
• Develop mould‑ready part designs and work with tooling vendors for prototype and production molds.
• Create 3D models, 2D drawings, and detailed part specifications including material and finish details.
• Collaborate with mechanical and avionics teams to integrate industrial design with system constraints.
• Participate in prototyping using 3D printing and validate form, fit, and function.
• Support selection of appropriate polymers based on mechanical, thermal, and environmental requirements.
• Maintain design documentation including drawing packs, BOMs, and revision histories.
• Work on Development of Design registration and utility patents.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Proficient in CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, or Fusion 360.
• Hands‑on experience in designing plastic parts and understanding of injection moulding processes.
• Strong understanding of polymer properties and manufacturing constraints.
• Excellent drafting skills and knowledge of tolerances, GD&T, and DFM/DFA principles.
• Ability to visualize and refine ergonomic and aesthetic aspects of drone hardware.
• Portfolio of past plastic/mould design projects.

IP Creation & Documentation, Portfolio Management, Compliance, and Crossfunctional Collaboration