Mechanical Design Team Lead

Star Automation Solution; Sanand; In loco; INR 1.200.000 - 2.000.000; Tempo pieno

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Star Automation Solution is seeking an experienced SPM Machine Design Team Lead to head the Mechanical Design Department. You will design, develop, and review Special Purpose Machines and automation systems, lead a design team, and coordinate with Production, Purchase, Electrical, and Project teams to ensure cost-effective, manufacturable solutions.

The role requires hands-on SolidWorks expertise, strong machine design knowledge, and the ability to guide engineers from concept to final assembly

Competenze

• Proven experience leading a mechanical design team for SPM or automation projects.
• Strong hands-on skills in SolidWorks and 3D modeling with manufacturing drawings.
• Ability to guide engineers, review designs, and ensure manufacturability.

Mansioni

• Lead the Mechanical Design team and allocate work based on project priorities.
• Design, develop, and review SPMs and automation systems to meet customer specs.
• Prepare 3D models, BOMs, drawings, and perform design validation.
• Coordinate with Production, Purchase, Electrical, and Project departments.
• Ensure on-time delivery, maintain design quality, and implement improvements.

Conoscenze

Mechanical design

Industrial automation

Team leadership

SolidWorks 3D Modeling

CNC machining

Strumenti

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

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SPM MACHINE DESIGN TEAM LEAD

Job Overview

Star Automation Solution is looking for an experienced and technically strong SPM Machine Design Team Lead to lead our Mechanical Design Department.

The candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and reviewing Special Purpose Machines (SPM), industrial automation systems, and mechanical assemblies. The role requires strong hands-on experience in SolidWorks, machine design, component selection, manufacturing processes, and team management.

The selected candidate will lead the Mechanical Design team, coordinate with Production, Purchase, Electrical, and Project departments, and ensure that machine designs are technically correct, cost-effective, manufacturable, and completed within project timelines.

We are looking for someone who can independently handle machine design projects, guide the design team, solve technical problems, and take ownership from concept to final machine assembly.

Key Responsibilities

1. SPM Machine Design & Development

• Design and develop Special Purpose Machines (SPM) as per customer requirements.
• Work on customized industrial automation and mechanical systems.
• Develop machine concepts, layouts, 3D models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings.
• Design machines such as:
  • Conveyor Systems and Material Handling
  • Pick & Place Automation Systems
  • Component Washing Machines
  • Assembly Line Automation
  • CNC Loading & Unloading Systems
  • Inspection and Testing Machines
  • Fixtures, Jigs, and Special Mechanisms
• Conduct feasibility studies and prepare mechanical design concepts.
• Ensure machine designs meet customer specifications, cycle time, accuracy, safety, and performance requirements.

2. Team Leadership & Design Review

• Lead and manage the Mechanical Design Engineering team.
• Allocate design work according to project priorities and team capabilities.
• Guide Design Engineers and Junior Engineers in machine design and development.
• Review 3D assemblies, manufacturing drawings, BOMs, and design calculations.
• Ensure design quality before releasing drawings to Production.
• Monitor design progress and ensure timely completion of assigned projects.
• Develop standard design practices, templates, and engineering documentation.
• Train team members and improve their technical skills.

3. SolidWorks & Engineering Design

• Create and review detailed 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks.
• Prepare machine layouts, assembly drawings, fabrication drawings, and part drawings.
• Perform interference checks, assembly checks, and design validation.
• Ensure correct tolerances, fits, clearances, and assembly requirements.
• Maintain proper drawing revisions and design documentation.
• Prepare accurate BOMs with correct part numbers, quantities, specifications, and purchased components.

4. Mechanical Component Selection & Calculations

• Select suitable mechanical components based on application and technical requirements.
• Perform or verify calculations for:
  • Linear guides and ball screws
  • Motors and gearboxes
  • Pneumatic cylinders and actuators
  • Bearings and shafts
  • Machine structures and frames
  • Conveyor mechanisms
  • Grippers and pick-and-place mechanisms
• Ensure proper component selection based on load, speed, accuracy, duty cycle, and operating conditions.
• Optimize machine design for reliability, maintenance, and serviceability.

5. Production & Manufacturing Coordination

• Coordinate with Production and Fabrication teams during machine manufacturing and assembly.
• Resolve design-related manufacturing and assembly issues.
• Provide technical clarification to Production regarding drawings and specifications.
• Visit the shop floor to review machine assembly and identify design improvements.
• Ensure proper accessibility for assembly, maintenance, and component replacement.
• Minimize design-related rework, manufacturing errors, and assembly delays.
• Incorporate production feedback into future machine designs.

6. Project Planning & Coordination

• Prepare and monitor mechanical design schedules for ongoing projects.
• Coordinate with Project, Electrical, Purchase, and Production departments.
• Ensure timely release of drawings and BOMs according to project requirements.
• Identify design-related project risks and communicate delays to management.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular status updates.
• Ensure design completion supports planned machine assembly, trials, and delivery schedules.

7. Design Validation & Quality

• Review machine design before manufacturing release.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements and applicable machine safety standards.
• Conduct design validation, prototype testing, and performance improvement.
• Identify potential design failures and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain proper design records, technical specifications, and revision history.

Required Technical Skills

• Strong hands-on experience in SolidWorks 3D Modeling and Assembly.
• Good knowledge of AutoCAD 2D drawings.
• Experience in SPM Machine Design and Industrial Automation.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles.
• Knowledge of machine components, materials, tolerances, and fits.
• Understanding of CNC machining, fabrication, welding, laser cutting, bending, and assembly processes.
• Experience in machine structure, mechanisms, fixtures, and automation systems.
• Knowledge of mechanical calculations and component selection.
• Experience in BOM preparation and engineering documentation.
• Ability to identify design problems and develop practical solutions.

Required Leadership Skills

• Ability to independently lead a Mechanical Design team.
• Strong technical decision-making ability.
• Good communication and coordination with Production, Purchase, Electrical, and Project teams.
• Ability to manage multiple machine design projects simultaneously.
• Strong ownership of design quality and project deadlines.
• Ability to guide junior engineers and improve team performance.
• Practical approach to problem-solving and manufacturing challenges.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for a candidate who is:

Technically Strong | Hands-On Designer | Team Leader | Problem Solver | Project-Oriented

The candidate should be capable of independently handling machine design projects, guiding Design Engineers, reviewing mechanical designs, coordinating with Production, and ensuring that machines are designed correctly and delivered as per project requirements.

This position is suitable for candidates currently working as:

• Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
• Senior SPM Design Engineer
• Mechanical Design Team Leader
• SPM Design Team Lead
• Assistant Manager Mechanical Design

Candidates who have experience only in drafting or basic 3D modeling without machine design and project execution experience will not be suitable for this position.

Why Join Star Automation Solution?

• Opportunity to lead a Mechanical Design team.
• Work on customized SPM and industrial automation projects.
• Hands-on involvement in complete machine development.
• Opportunity to improve design standards and engineering processes.
• Career growth into Mechanical Design Manager / Engineering Head based on performance.

Join Star Automation Solution and take ownership of designing and developing reliable, cost-effective industrial automation machines.