Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Schneider Electric; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a lead mechanical design engineer to drive complete mechanical solutions for kiosks, E-houses, prefabricated containers and substations. You will translate customer needs into robust, manufacturable designs and guide junior engineers through project execution.

Based in India with travel to client sites, you will collaborate with electrical, civil/structural and quality teams, review drawings, and ensure installation-ready documentation and compliance with standards.

Qualifications

• 8–15 years of experience in mechanical design for E-houses, kiosks, substations, or prefabricated structures.
• Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD tools (Creo / AutoCAD / Inventor).
• Knowledge of structural design, thermal management, HVAC integration, and equipment layout.
• Understanding of IP/fire rating requirements, fabrication processes, and industrial standards.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills; customer-facing mindset.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical Design & Engineering: Develop complete mechanical design solutions for kiosks, E-houses, containerized substations, and skids.
• Translate customer requirements and standards into practical, compliant outputs.
• Integrate structural, thermal, electrical, and fire/IP rating constraints into the design.
• Equipment Installation & Layout: Plan movement paths, lifting arrangements, and installation feasibility inside E-houses.
• Define access openings, clearances, and maintenance pathways.
• Design Documentation: Prepare GA drawings, fabrication drawings, interface diagrams, and BOMs.
• Ensure designs support manufacturability, installation, and long-term reliability.
• Site & Installation Requirements: Evaluate site conditions and installation constraints; support site teams.
• Supplier & Fabrication Coordination: Explain design intent to suppliers; review drawings and support inspections.
• Cross-Functional & Customer Interaction: Lead in meetings, design reviews, and clarifications; collaborate with multiple teams.
• Travel & Site Visits: Visit customer sites and supplier facilities for planning and reviews.
• Leadership & Mentoring: Guide junior engineers; conduct design reviews.

Job description

Role Purpose

Lead mechanical design for customer projects involving kiosks, E‑houses, substations, prefabricated containers, and modular power skids, ensuring technically compliant, manufacturable, and installation‑ready solutions. Serve as the mechanical engineering lead for customer interactions and guide junior team members.

Experience

8–15 years

Location

Bangalore / Gurgaon / Mumbai

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical Design & Engineering

• Develop complete mechanical design solutions for kiosks, E‑houses, containerized substations, and skids.
• Translate customer requirements and standards into practical, compliant engineering outputs.
• Integrate structural, thermal, electrical, and fire/IP rating constraints into the design.

Equipment Installation & Layout

• Plan equipment movement paths, lifting arrangements, and installation feasibility inside E‑houses.
• Define access openings, clearances, and maintenance pathways.

Design Documentation

• Prepare accurate GA drawings, fabrication drawings, interface diagrams, and BOMs.
• Ensure designs support manufacturability, installation, and long‑term reliability.

Site & Installation Requirements

• Evaluate site conditions and incorporate installation constraints (crane access, foundation, cable trenches).
• Support site teams during installation and commissioning phases.

Supplier & Fabrication Coordination

• Explain design intent to suppliers and validate manufacturing feasibility.
• Review supplier drawings, perform technical evaluations, and support inspections.

Cross‑Functional & Customer Interaction

• Serve as the mechanical engineering lead in customer meetings, design reviews, and technical clarifications.
• Collaborate with electrical, civil/structural, thermal, quality, and project management teams.

Travel & Site Visits

• Visit customer sites for installation planning, feasibility checks, and technical reviews.
• Travel to supplier facilities for fabrication reviews and inspections.

Leadership & Mentoring

• Guide and support junior engineers; conduct design reviews and knowledge‑sharing sessions.

Required Skills

• Strong experience in mechanical design of E‑houses, kiosks, substations, or prefabricated structures.
• Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD tools (Creo / AutoCAD / Inventor).
• Knowledge of structural design, thermal management, HVAC integration, and equipment layout.
• Understanding of IP/fire rating requirements, fabrication processes, and industrial standards.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills; customer‑facing mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Civil Engineering (B.E. or B.Tech)
• Mechanical Engineering

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