Senior Design Engineer

Puzzolana India; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Puzzolana India is seeking an experienced Senior Design Engineer – Mechanical to design and develop high-performance mechanical systems for crushing, screening and material handling equipment used in mining and infrastructure. The role demands expertise in mechanical design, CAD/CAE tools, and manufacturing processes, with the ability to mentor junior engineers and push product innovation.

You will collaborate with production, quality, procurement and service teams to ensure successful

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design in heavy machinery, mining or construction equipment.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAE tools: Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA, ANSYS.

Responsibilities

• Create 3D models, drawings and BOMs for crushers, screens, conveyors and related equipment.
• Perform design calculations, FEA and stress analysis on heavy-duty components.
• Optimize designs for durability, performance, manufacturability, cost efficiency and reliability.
• Collaborate with production, quality, procurement and service teams to drive product development.
• Support prototype development, testing and field performance validation.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards and safety regulations.
• Troubleshoot design issues and drive continuous improvements.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers toward technical excellence.

Skills

Mechanical design

Mentorship

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

CATIA

ANSYS

Job description

Industry: Heavy Machinery / Mining Equipment Manufacturing (Stone Crushing Machines)

Experience Required: 3+ years in mechanical design, preferably in heavy machinery, mining, or construction equipment

About the Role

Puzzolana is looking for an experienced and innovative Senior Design Engineer – Mechanical to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and developing high-performance mechanical systems and components for crushing, screening, and material handling equipment used in mining, aggregates, and infrastructure industries.

This role requires strong expertise in mechanical design, heavy machinery, CAD/CAE tools, and manufacturing processes, along with the ability to mentor junior engineers and drive product innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop 3D models, manufacturing drawings, assemblies, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for crushers, screens, feeders, conveyors, and related equipment.
• Perform design calculations, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), stress analysis, and validation of heavy-duty mechanical components.
• Optimize product designs for durability, performance, manufacturability, cost efficiency, and operational reliability.
• Collaborate closely with production, quality, procurement, and service teams to ensure seamless product development and execution.
• Support prototype development, testing, commissioning, and field performance validation.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety regulations, and industry best practices.
• Troubleshoot design-related issues and implement continuous product improvements.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers while promoting technical excellence within the team.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in heavy machinery, mining equipment, construction equipment, crushing plants, or material handling systems.
• Strong hands-on experience with CAD/CAE tools such as:
  • Creo
  • SolidWorks
  • CATIA
  • ANSYS
• Good understanding of:
  • Crushers and screening equipment
  • Welding and fabrication
  • Castings and machining
  • Assembly and manufacturing processes
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.