Senior Design Engineer

Auto Connections; New Delhi; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Auto Connections in New Delhi, India, seeks an experienced automotive design engineer to lead 3D scanning, reverse engineering, and product development. You will create 3D models, 2D drawings, assemblies, and engineering documentation while validating designs through simulations and prototype testing.

Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Sales teams to ensure manufacturability, cost optimization, and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Hands-on automotive component design, reverse engineering, and engineering validation are required.
• Experience in product development from concept to prototype is expected.
• Ability to produce 3D models, 2D drawings, and technical documentation using CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform 3D scanning, dimensional measurement, and reverse engineering of automotive parts and components.
• Design and develop new automotive products based on market requirements and engineering standards.
• Create 3D models, 2D drawings, assemblies, and documentation using CAD software.
• Conduct design simulations, fitment analysis, and engineering validation before prototype release.
• Coordinate prototype development, testing, and product validation activities.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Workshop, and Sales teams to ensure smooth execution of projects.
• Identify design and quality issues during trials and production, implementing corrective engineering solutions.
• Support CAE-based design validation and incorporate test feedback into modifications.
• Develop innovative product concepts and design improvements for existing products.
• Ensure manufacturability, cost optimization, and dimensional accuracy throughout development.

Skills

Automotive product design

3D scanning

CAD modelling

Product simulation

Prototype development

Dimensional measurement

BOM management

Cross-functional coordination

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

• Perform 3D scanning, dimensional measurement, and reverse engineering of automotive parts and components.
• Design and develop new automotive products based on market requirements, customer specifications, and engineering standards.
• Create 3D models, 2D engineering drawings, assemblies, and technical documentation using CAD software.
• Conduct design simulations, fitment analysis, and engineering validation before prototype and production release.
• Coordinate prototype development, physical testing, trial runs, and product validation activities.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Workshop, and Sales teams to ensure smooth execution of new product development projects.
• Identify design and quality issues during prototype trials and production, and implement corrective engineering solutions.
• Support CAE-based design validation and incorporate modifications based on test results and trial feedback.
• Develop innovative product concepts, prototype samples, and design improvements for existing products.
• Ensure dimensional accuracy, manufacturability, product performance, and cost optimization throughout the development process.
• Maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), engineering change records, design revisions, and technical documentation.
• Monitor project timelines and ensure timely completion of product development activities.
• Follow company engineering procedures, quality standards, and safety guidelines.
• Guide and support junior engineers in design, development, and engineering improvement activities.

Required Skills:

• Automotive product design and development
• 3D scanning and reverse engineering
• CAD modelling and 2D engineering drawings
• Product simulation and fitment analysis
• Prototype development and product validation
• Dimensional measurement and quality improvement
• BOM management and engineering documentation
• Cross-functional coordination and problem-solving

Preferred Industry:

Automotive / Auto Components / Automobile Accessories

Candidate Profile:

Candidates with hands‑on experience in automotive component design, reverse engineering, product development, and engineering validation will be preferred.