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Mechanical Engineer R&D (Foldable Cabin & Modular Systems) About Us

AtMBT R&D, we&aposre reimagining how people build. Our mission is to createModular Building Technology (MBT)that empowers individuals and communities by making construction intuitive, fast, reliable, and scalable. We believe in building somethingso advanced yet simplethat it transforms space into an inspiring extension of human imagination.

Were a small, intense, collaborative, and relentlessly ambitious teamfocused onmaking the future of construction a reality. If you thrive in pushing boundaries, embracing technical challenges, and bringing scientific ideas into real-world applications, this is where you belong.

Role Overview

We are looking for ahighagency Mechanical Engineerto drive theresearch and development of our nextgeneration foldable cabinandsnapon steel connection system. This is not just another design roleyoull be inventing, testing, iterating, and scaling a system that we aim to bethe best foldable cabin in the world.

This role demands someone who ishandson, scrappy, and relentless about solving problems. You wont just analyze systemsyoull own them, from concept sketch to fieldready prototype to manufacturing optimization.

What Youll Do

- Research & Concept Development
- Explore new concepts infoldable structures, modular systems, and snapfit connection mechanisms.
- Study scientific principles in material science, structural mechanics, and applied physics to inform design.
- Design & Simulation
- Develop models and prototypes usingSolidWorks, ANSYS simulation, and AutoCAD.
- Runstress, fatigue, kinematics, and motion analysis simulationsfor foldable structures and steel connections.
- Optimize forstructural safety, ease of assembly, durability, and lower manufacturing complexity.
- Prototyping & Testing
- Build and test working prototypes of foldable cabins and modular joints.
- Work handson with workshop teams to troubleshoot, refine, and validate designs.
- Manufacturing Research & Process Innovation
- Evaluate and advancemanufacturing techniques(precision steel fabrication, modular assembly, folding systems).
- Research ways toscale up production while maintaining precision and safety.
- Collaboration & High-Agency Execution
- Drive your own research tracks with minimal supervisionpropose ideas, test them, and ship results.
- Collaborate with crossdisciplinary expertsstructural engineers, architects, materials scientists, and product designers.
- Communicate findings clearly to stakeholders and incorporate feedback rapidly.

What Were Looking For

- Education & Background:
- Bachelors/Masters in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- Strong foundation in structural mechanics, kinematics, and materials science.
- Technical Skills:
- CAD & Simulation:SolidWorks, AutoCAD, ANSYS (structural, thermal, motion).
- Manufacturing Research:Knowledge of modern fabrication methods (modular assemblies, foldable mechanisms, steel systems).
- Experience inhandson prototyping, testing, and iteration.
- Mindset & Traits (nonnegotiable):
- High Agency & Grit: You dont wait to be told what to doyou see problems and take ownership of solving them.
- Builder Mentality: You get energy from making things real, not just analyzing.
- Curiosity & Scientific Rigor: You question assumptions, run experiments, and derive insights from first principles.
- Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in an environment where ideas come from everywhere, and you care about the team winning.
- MissionDriven: You want your work totransform how the world builds.

Why Join Us

- Build something thathasnt been built before.
- Shape thefuture of housing and construction technology.
- Work with ascrappy, ambitious, global teamwith aligned values.
- Direct ownership of highimpact R&D projects.
- The chance to leave your mark on a technology that can empower and enrich millions of lives.

Role: Mechanical Engineer R&D

Location: [IIT Madras Research Part, Chennai]

- Commitment: Full-time, HighOwnership Role

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