Sr. Design Engineer

Quest Global; Chennai District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Global is seeking an experienced mechanical design engineer with 5+ years in Machine Design / SPMs. The role requires creating advanced 3D sheet metal and casting models, assemblies, and detailed 2D drawings in SolidWorks, with strong GD&T and material selection knowledge.

You will integrate motors, cylinders, and actuators, lead design reviews, and coordinate with global engineers to ensure timely, defect-free deliverables and adherence to manufacturing constraints.

Qualifications

• 5+ years design experience in Machine Design / Special Purpose Machines (SPM).
• Proficient in creating complex 3D sheet metal and casting models, assemblies, and detailed 2D drawings using SolidWorks.
• Strong GD&T knowledge and dimensional tolerance analysis.
• Experience integrating motors, cylinders, actuators, and other bought-out components.
• Excellent in communicating with global engineers and coordinating design activities.

Responsibilities

• Design and verification reviews with internal and external teams.
• Apply advanced engineering design principles to project activities.
• Create 3D models, assemblies and 2D drawings for Special Purpose Machines using SolidWorks.
• Apply GD&T to ensure precision of machine components.
• Coordinate with global engineers to ensure project progress and issue resolution.
• Support validation of assemblies and installations in machine design.

Skills

Machine design

3D modelling

GD&T

SolidWorks

Manufacturing processes

Material selection

Team coordination

Education

BE/B.Tech/M.Tech (Mechanical Engineering)

Tools

SolidWorks

PLM

Job description

Job Requirements At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Job Requirements At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Key Responsibilities

Job Description

• At least 5+ years of design experience in Machine Design / Special Purpose Machines (SPM).
• Organizes design and verification reviews with internal and external teams.
• Apply advanced engineering design principles to each project activity.
• Proficient in creating complex 3D sheet metal and casting models, assemblies, and detailed 2D drawings of Special Purpose Machines using SolidWorks.
• Strong understanding of concept design in the special purpose machines domain.
• Skilled in conceptualizing and designing special purpose machines based on specific manufacturing requirements.
• Strong knowledge with various manufacturing processes.
• Strong Knowledge in material properties, material selection, heat treatment, and choosing the right engineering materials and functions based on design needs.
• Applies Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to ensure the accuracy and precision of machine components.
• Experienced in selecting and integrating bought-out components, such as motors, cylinders, and actuators, into machine designs.
• Reports daily to the Team Leader about project progress and potential issues.
• Conducts internal quality checks for self and team to ensure defect-free deliverables.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills to coordinate with global engineers.
• Proficiency in French is an added advantage.

We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard.

We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.

Work Experience

Required Skills

• Proficient in machine design, including creating detailed concepts and designs.
• Capable of independently developing detailed concepts.
• Skilled in performing hand calculations and analyses to justify proposed designs.
• Experienced in supporting the validation of assemblies and various installations in machine design.
• Able to define components and assemblies of sub-systems according to manufacturing and assembly concepts.
• Good Knowledge in tolerance stack-up analysis and recommending feasible solutions based on manufacturing capabilities.
• Proficient in analyzing and proposing retrofit solutions for existing design modifications.
• Capable of selecting appropriate fasteners for various assemblies.
• Strong drawing reading skills and understanding of dimensioning standards.
• Well-versed in Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Hands-on experience with SolidWorks and PLM platforms for creating 3D models, 2D drawings, and product structures.
• Knowledgeable in various manufacturing processes.
• Competent in material properties, material selection, heat treatment, and surface coating.
• Familiar with industry standards for machine design.
• Skilled in machine design, including creating complex 3D models, assemblies, and detailed 2D drawings using SolidWorks.
• Experienced in selecting and integrating components like motors, cylinders, and actuators into machine designs.
• Able to communicate and coordinate effectively with global engineers.

Qualification: BE/B.Tech/M.Tech (Mechanical Engineering)