Mechanical Design Engineer

Position Title: Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Mumbai

Department: R&D

Employment Type: Full-Time

ROLE OVERVIEW:

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical design engineer to drive the design, development, validation and optimization of mechanical sub-system/ systems for high-performance Optical Emission Spectrometry (OES) Systems. The role involves applying computational, thermal, and fluid dynamics expertise to ensure reliability and efficiency, while handling cross-functional collaborations with Optics, Electronics, Production and Service teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Undertake design and development of mechanical Sub-systems and systems for opto-

electronic instruments.

Ensure that designs meet performance specifications, reliability, and manufacturability

standards by conducting Design review, DFM, DFMEA and Change Management process.

Build prototypes and conduct rigorous testing to validate the mechanical designs and

concepts and ensure alignment with project specifications.

Identify design improvement possibilities and carry out refinement of existing mechanical

designs as part of Continuous Improvement tasks.

Document test results and assist in the identification and resolution of design issues.

Generate high quality 2D and 3D drawings compliant with relevant industrial standards.

Liaise with vendors to ensure alignment of expectations and manage manufacturing related

challenges to ensuring design quality and timely delivery.

Collaborate with Optics, Electronics, and other R&D teams for cohesive system integration.

Conduct thermal and fluid dynamics simulations for system stability and efficiency

improvements.

Develop and maintain BoMs, test plans, CAD models, and other relevant documentation for

production release.

Support production, service teams, and vendors with troubleshooting and design

optimization.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Or, Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Experience:

Design and development of mechanical, opto-mechanical and pneumatic systems with tight

tolerances in a product development environment, preferably analytical instrumentation.

Proven experience of working with high precision manufacturing, CNC/ VMC, lathe, sheet

metal, Plastic injection moulding, Vacuum Casting, Additive manufacturing processes.

Expert in GD&T and tolerance stacking.

Interacted with cross functional teams to deliver an integrated product that spans

electronics, optics, software and firmware.

Performed simulations for structural integrity as well as for thermal and fluid dynamics to

enhance product features and designs.

Experience in change management, cross-functional collaboration, and leading mechanical

teams.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Must have:

Proficiency in CAD/CAE tools (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, ANSYS, COMSOL) for mechanical

design and simulations.

Prototyping, mechanical testing, and validation using modern tools and instruments.

Experience in material selection, manufacturability analysis, and design for reliability.

Knowledge of Sheet metal, CNC / VMC machining and lathe

Good to have:

Plastic product design as per Vacuum Casting, Injection Moulding and Additive

manufacturing processes.

Expertise in thermal and fluid dynamics simulations.

Basics of pneumatic and optics components, Knowledge of vibration analysis, fatigue, and

reliability testing protocols.

Understanding of environmental, thermal shock, and lifecycle testing standards.

SOFT SKILLS:

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams

Proactive approach with strong ownership and accountability

Ability to manage timelines and deliver quality outcomes under tight schedules