Mechanical Design & Simulation Engineer

Kongsberg Automotive; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Kongsberg Automotive India in Maharashtra is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design composite and metal components using SolidWorks or NX, and to perform MoldFlow simulations. You will collaborate with global design teams, adhere to KA PLM/KBD processes, ensure designs meet requirements, and support project timelines.

Travel globally as needed. Ideal candidates have 7+ years in automotive design, strong GD&T, and experience with SAP/PLM and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering.
• 7+ years of CAD/design experience in automotive, especially plastic/composite parts.
• Hands-on design of plastic parts using SolidWorks and/or NX.
• GD&T knowledge mandatory.
• Experience in global teams preferred.
• Knowledge of SAP/PLM and manufacturing methods is a plus.
• Strong English communication; proficient MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Design composite and brass/aluminium products using CAD tools like SolidWorks and NX.
• Perform MoldFlow simulations with Autodesk Moldflow Insight and interpret results for design.
• Understand injection molding processes.
• Collaborate with Global Design Engineers to translate concepts into 3D models and 2D drawings per KA PLM/KBD processes.
• Agree on deliverables with Project Managers and adhere to timelines.
• Ensure designs meet specified requirements.
• Identify and escalate issues with mitigations.
• Follow KA processes and contribute to process improvements.
• Report hours spent on projects and prepare Design Change Requests.

Skills

CAD design

SolidWorks

NX

GD&T

Global teamwork

MS Office

Travel readiness

Plastic parts design

Automotive experience

Education

Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP/PLM

Job description

About The Position

This Position of Mechanical Design Engineer with objective to -

• Support the KA FCS / Raufoss Technical Center of Expertise with professional CAD / Design function, MoldFlow Simulations and technical documentations.
• Passionate & accountable to support the design tasks of KA FCS / Couplings .

Responsibilities

The main duties are, but not limited to:

• Responsible for designing composite and brass / aluminium products using computer-aided design software applications like SolidWorks and NX.
• Responsible for MoldFlow Simulations using Autodesk Moldflow Insight. Able to interpret the results of MoldFlow into the design.
• Good knowledge of injection molding process.
• Interact with Global Design Engineers to understand the design concepts and translate them into actual 3D Models / 2D drawings following the KA PLM and KBD process.
• In alignment with Project Managers, agree on the deliverables and strictly adhere to agreed time-lines for these activities/projects.
• Secure that the design meets the required requirements.
• Identify and escalation issues/deviations on time with adequate mitigation.
• Work according to KA processes and tools, support in continually improving these processes.
• Report working hours spent on different projects.
• Prepare the Design change request as and when applicable.

Requirements

• Qualifications: Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience & Skills
• Minimum 7 years of proven Design/CAD experience in Automotive Industry, especially in plastic / composite components and mechanical assemblies.
• Hands-on experience (at least 7 years) in designing plastic parts; using design standards & proficient in Solidworks and/or NX.
• Good knowledge of GD&T is mandatory.
• Prior experience of working in Global teams preferred
• Knowledge of SAP/PLM & of manufacturing methods would be an additional benefit.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal English, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Power-point, Excel & Word.
• Ability and willingness to travel globally.