Trainee Designer-Mechanical / Automotive Product Design Trainee

MTS; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

MTS invites fresh graduates for a Mechanical/Automotive Product Design Trainee program in Hyderabad. The role focuses on learning 3D CAD modelling, 2D drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing considerations while exploring BIW, trims, lighting and sheet-metal components.

Candidates will progress through concept-to-detailed-design workflows, with structured training in design engineering practices to prepare for Automotive Product Design roles. Freshers with relevant degrees are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates with B.E./B.Tech or Diploma in Mechanical or Automotive disciplines may apply.
• Diploma / Post Diploma in Tool Design from CIPET, CTTC, NTTF or equivalent programs welcome.
• Strong interest in automotive product design and engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop proficiency in 3D CAD modelling and 2D engineering drawings.
• Understand design and development of 2-Wheeler and 4-Wheeler automotive components.
• Gain exposure to BIW, exterior and interior trims, lighting, plastics and sheet-metal components.
• Apply GD&T principles, tolerancing and engineering drawing practices.
• Understand automotive manufacturing processes and their impact on product design.
• Develop automotive product design capabilities using engineering fundamentals and design methodologies.
• Understand the complete concept-to-detailed-design product development process.

Skills

3D CAD modelling

2D drawings

GD&T

DFM

DFA

Engineering drawings

Material selection

Tolerancing

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical

Diploma in Mechanical

M.E./M.Tech in related field

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Mechanical / Automotive Product Design Trainee

Build Your Career in Automotive Product Design with Industry-Focused Trainee

Key Responsibilities & Learning Areas

• Develop proficiency in 3D CAD modelling and 2D engineering drawings.
• Understand the design and development of 2-Wheeler and 4-Wheeler automotive components.
• Gain exposure to BIW, exterior and interior trims, lighting, plastics and sheet-metal components.
• Apply GD&T principles, tolerancing and engineering drawing practices effectively.
• Understand automotive manufacturing processes and their impact on product design.
• Develop strong automotive product design capabilities using engineering fundamentals and industry-oriented design methodologies.
• Understand the complete concept-to-detailed-design product development process.

Technical Focus

• Mechanical engineering fundamentals applied to automotive products
• Vehicle architecture and automotive subsystem understanding
• Functional requirement analysis and design intent
• Material selection based on strength, durability, weight and manufacturability
• Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
• Design for Assembly (DFA)
• Basic understanding of loads, stress behavior and component performance
• Automotive quality, reliability and product lifecycle considerations

Design Knowledge

• Engineering drawings and technical specifications
• 3D modelling, assemblies and 2D detailing
• GD&T and tolerance stack-up fundamentals
• Automotive design standards and engineering practices
• Load paths, stress behavior and potential failure modes
• Product quality and reliability
• Manufacturing feasibility and design validation considerations

Design Methodology

• Requirement analysis and problem definition
• Design intent development
• Concept development and evaluation
• Concept-to-detailed-design workflow
• Engineering trade-off studies
• Design optimization
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Structured engineering problem solving
• Design for manufacturability and assembly

Selection Process

• 1. Written / Technical Test
• 2. Face-to-Face Technical Interview
• 3. CAD / Tool Test

Eligibility

Fresh B.E. / B.Tech / Diploma / M.E. / M.Tech graduates from the following disciplines can apply:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Automobile / Automotive Engineering
• Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Production Engineering
• Plastics Engineering

Candidates with Diploma / Post Diploma in Tool Design from institutions such as CIPET, CTTC, NTTF or equivalent engineering/design programs are also welcome.

Freshers Are Welcome

Prior automotive industry experience is not mandatory for the trainee position. Candidates with a strong interest in automotive product

design and engineering design are encouraged to apply.

Career Development

Selected candidates will undergo industry-focused automotive product design training designed to develop practical knowledge of automotive components, engineering design processes, GD&T, manufacturing considerations and product development methodologies.

The objective is to prepare candidates for Automotive Product Design / Design Engineer career opportunities, along with training and placement support based on candidate performance and eligibility.

Start Your Automotive Design Career

If you are passionate about automobiles, engineering design and CAD and want to build a career in the automotive product development industry, this is an opportunity to develop the skills required to move from engineering graduate trained automotive design engineer industry job opportunity.