Mechanical Design & Project Engineer

Thermal Systems; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermal Systems in Hyderabad is seeking a mechanical design engineer to create detailed designs, 3D models, and manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks or AutoCAD, translating customer requirements into practical solutions.

You will collaborate with production, procurement and quality teams to ensure designs are production-ready, participate in design reviews, and support prototype development and product improvements.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience in SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD.
• Good understanding of 3D modelling, assemblies and 2D manufacturing drawings.
• Knowledge of DFM/DFA Design for Manufacturing and Assembly.
• Understanding of fabrication, machining, welding and mechanical assembly processes.
• Knowledge of BOM preparation and engineering documentation.
• Experience in prototype development and product improvement.
• Understanding of testing, inspection and quality processes.
• Exposure to project planning, execution and coordination.
• Good understanding of engineering materials and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and engineering documents.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed mechanical designs, 3D models, assemblies and drawings.
• Interpret requirements and convert them into practical designs.
• Plan and monitor engineering projects from concept to delivery.
• Coordinate with design, production, procurement, quality and project teams.
• Provide technical support during fabrication, machining, assembly and integration.
• Ensure drawings and specifications meet standards and revision control.

Skills

Mechanical design

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

3D modelling

DFM/DFA

Fabrication knowledge

Engineering documentation

Project coordination

Quality processes

Vendor coordination

Job description

Key Responsibilities

1. Mechanical Design & CAD
   • - Develop detailed mechanical designs, 3D models, assemblies and manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks / AutoCAD or equivalent CAD software.
   • - Interpret engineering requirements, specifications and customer requirements and convert them into practical designs.
   • - Design mechanical components, structures, brackets, containers, enclosures, fixtures and assemblies.
   • - Perform design modifications based on manufacturing feasibility, testing feedback and end-user requirements.
   • - Ensure designs meet functional, dimensional, structural and manufacturability requirements.
   • - Prepare and maintain engineering drawings, BOMs, specifications and other technical documentation.
   • - Conduct design reviews and incorporate feedback from internal and external stakeholders.
2. Project Planning & Execution
   • - Plan, coordinate and monitor engineering projects from concept/design stage through manufacturing, testing and final delivery.
   • - Prepare project schedules, track milestones and ensure timely completion of assigned activities.
   • - Coordinate with design, production, procurement, quality and project teams for smooth project execution.
   • - Monitor project progress and identify technical or execution-related risks.
   • - Support preparation of project proposals, technical documentation and commercial inputs.
   • - Coordinate with customers/clients and internal teams regarding project requirements and deliverables.
3. Manufacturing & Production Support
   • - Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are practical and production-ready.
   • - Provide technical support during fabrication, machining, assembly and integration activities.
   • - Resolve design and manufacturing issues through engineering modifications and corrective actions.
   • - Ensure proper implementation of drawings, specifications and engineering standards during production.
   • - Support prototype development and product improvement activities.
4. Testing, Installation & Commissioning
   • - Participate in system integration, testing and validation activities.
   • - Prepare/support preparation of test plans, SOPs and technical documentation.
   • - Coordinate installation and commissioning activities at customer/project locations when required.
   • - Troubleshoot mechanical and system-level issues during testing and commissioning.
   • - Analyse test results and recommend necessary design or process improvements.
5. Quality & Documentation
   • - Ensure engineering activities comply with applicable quality standards and project specifications.
   • - Support inspection, testing and documentation activities.
   • - Coordinate with quality teams for inspection and resolution of non-conformities.
   • - Maintain project documentation, drawings, BOMs, test reports and engineering records.
   • - Ensure proper revision control of drawings and technical documents.
6. Vendor & Customer Coordination
   • - Coordinate with vendors for engineering requirements, procurement and technical clarifications.
   • - Evaluate vendor technical capabilities and support vendor development activities.
   • - Interact with customers/clients to understand technical requirements and project expectations.
   • - Support preparation of technical and commercial proposals.

Required Technical Skills

• - Strong knowledge of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals.
• - Hands-on experience in SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD.
• - Good understanding of 3D modelling, assemblies and 2D manufacturing drawings.
• - Knowledge of DFM/DFA Design for Manufacturing and Assembly.
• - Understanding of fabrication, machining, welding and mechanical assembly processes.
• - Knowledge of BOM preparation and engineering documentation.
• - Experience in prototype development and product improvement.
• - Understanding of testing, inspection and quality processes.
• - Exposure to project planning, execution and coordination.
• - Good understanding of engineering materials and manufacturing processes.
• - Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and engineering documents. Strong knowledge of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals.
• - Hands-on experience in SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD.
• - Good understanding of 3D modelling, assemblies and 2D manufacturing drawings.
• - Knowledge of DFM/DFA Design for Manufacturing and Assembly.
• - Understanding of fabrication, machining, welding and mechanical assembly processes.
• - Knowledge of BOM preparation and engineering documentation.
• - Experience in prototype development and product improvement.
• - Understanding of testing, inspection and quality processes.
• - Exposure to project planning, execution and coordination.
• - Good understanding of engineering materials and manufacturing processes.
• - Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and engineering documents.

Desired Skills

• - Experience in defence / aerospace / automotive / heavy engineering / industrial equipment / thermal systems.
• - Exposure to system integration and functional testing.
• - Experience in installation and commissioning.
• - Knowledge of lightweight structures, composites or specialised materials.
• - Experience in vendor coordination and procurement activities.
• - Knowledge of project management tools and techniques.
• - Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• - Good communication and stakeholder-management skills.