Composite design engineer

1 week ago


Kanpur, India Datum Advanced Composites Full time

Composite Design Engineer Are You Passionate About Designing and Developing Innovative Lightweight Composite Solutions? Job Specification Job Reference: JR230009 Job Family: Technical Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent Experience Level: Experienced (3-5 Y) | Mid-Senior (5-7 Y) | Senior (7-10 Y) Compensation: Competitive with benefits Location: On-site - Kanpur, India About Us We are Datum Advanced Composites Private Limited – a rapidly growing fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composite manufacturing business from Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. At Datum, we design, develop, and manufacture high-performance, lightweight FRP composite products for our customers. We cover all aspects of the composite product lifecycle, from new product design, process development, prototyping, verification and validation, and series production to aftersales product support. We offer accurate market intelligence and industry-leading technical training courses to help businesses and professionals grow effectively. Our customer base includes global Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), Micro, Small & Medium Scale Enterprises (MSMEs), Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) and academic organisations hailing from the Aerospace, Defence, Automotive, Mass Transport, Marine, Renewable Energy and Healthcare sectors. We work with customers on one-off assignments, short-term projects, multi-stage programmes and long-term development partnerships. At Datum, we cater to a diverse customer base. You will get an opportunity to work on a wide variety of solutions ranging from unmanned platforms, aerospace and defence systems, marine structures, automotive parts, energy systems, smart prosthetics to robotics. Job Description As a Composite Design Engineer, you will be a pivotal member of our engineering team, responsible for shaping the future of composite design and manufacturing. Your expertise will drive the creation of CAD models, drawing definitions, tooling designs, and product specifications, Bill of Materials (BOM) ensuring our products meet the highest standards of quality and performance. You will join the Technical job family in our Advanced Manufacturing Facility at 523, Ratanpur, Panki, Kanpur – 208020, Uttar Pradesh, India. The role is Full-time and Permanent. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate shall be responsible for performing the following activities: Generate CAD models and precise drawing definitions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with design standards and specifications. Design mould tools, jigs, and fixtures for composite manufacturing processes, optimising efficiency and quality. Develop and maintain Design Standards and Product Specifications, ensuring consistency and compliance across projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to generate accurate BOM for products, sub-assemblies and components. Utilise FEA and CFD simulations to assess the structural and thermal performance of composite designs. Investigate failure mechanisms and analyse root causes to enhance design reliability and durability. Implement Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles to optimise production processes. Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure a seamless transition from design to production. Participate in design reviews and provide technical expertise to contribute to the overall success of projects. Key Personal Attributes, Experiences and Qualifications The successful candidate shall demonstrate the following attributes: Essential Proven experience as a Design Engineer, incl. UAV Platform and Tool Design, GD&T, BOM and FMEA. Ability to generate CAD models and assembly drawings in Solid Works, Autodesk Inventor or similar. Understanding of Engineering principles and proven experience in running FEA and CFD simulations. Understanding of Design, Analysis and Failure Mechanism in FRP Composite Structures. Familiarity with fixed-wing, multirotor and/or hybrid UAV development processes. Proficient in using IT systems such as ERP, Microsoft365, Share Point, MS Word, Power Point, and Excel. Able to work under minimal supervision while ensuring good communication is maintained with stakeholders. Good Bachelor, Master and/or Ph D in Aerospace, Mechanical, Product Design Engineering, or similar. Experience in UAV, Aerospace, Defence, Automotive, Marine industry, or similar. Desired 5 Years+ experience in UAV platform design and development experience. Familiarity with Indian Drone Policy and UAV Type Certification Requirements. Benefits and Additional Information We offer excellent career development opportunities, competitive salaries, and exceptional benefits. We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce. All employment is subject to satisfactory candidate assessment, references provided, attainment of either a security clearance or police verification, medical assessment, and right-to-work permit, as applicable.



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