Job Position: Mechanical Engineer
Department: Engineering & Design Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat Reporting To: Engineering Manager / Deputy Plant Head Experience Required: 5–8 Years Industry: Metal Fabrication, Scaffolding, Formwork, Precast Systems, Industrial Products Role Summary: The Mechanical Engineer & Its Associate’s will be responsible for product engineering, technical support, and production coordination across projects involving customized metal products, formwork systems, scaffolding, and industrial access solutions. This includes supporting design-to-manufacturing processes, evaluating mechanical performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and functionality in every product.
Key Responsibilities
- Product Design & Development
- Interpret and modify 2D/3D CAD drawings (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for custom fabrication, ladders, formwork,
and scaffolding products.
- Assist in the development of products like:
- Anti-skid decking panels
- ISO tank access systems
- Modular formwork solutions (e.g., Allforte)
- Participate in prototype design, assembly planning, and validation.
- Production Support
- Work closely with the production team to ensure manufacturability of new and existing designs.
- Create and update Bills of Materials (BOMs) for each product.
- Provide technical input during fabrication processes such as CNC bending, welding, and punching.
- Technical Documentation
- Prepare SOPs, assembly manuals, product data sheets, and test protocols.
- Ensure engineering documentation is updated and archived as per ISO norms.
- Quality & Compliance
- Support quality inspection of components during in-process and final stages.
- Perform FMEA and participate in root cause analysis for failures.
- Ensure all designs comply with ISO, EN, and other industry-specific standards.
- R&D Collaboration
- Support the R&D team in enhancing current product offerings.
- Suggest design improvements for cost-saving and better performance.
Key Responsibility Areas (KRAs)
KRA Description Product Engineering Design and optimize metal structures and formwork components Design-to-Manufacturing Support the handover from engineering to production Quality Support Ensure all products meet performance and compliance standards Technical Documentation Maintain all technical drawings and BOMs Cross-Functional Collaboration Work with sales, production, and QA teams
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
KPI Target Design Accuracy & Compliance ≥ 98% approval without rework BOM & Drawing Release Timeliness 100% as per schedule Cost-Effective Design Proposals Minimum 2–3 proposals/quarter Engineering Change Response Time < 24–48 hours First-Time Pass Rate for Prototypes ≥ 90%
Education
Qualifications & Skills:
- B.E. / B. Tech in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Technical Skills
- AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent CAD software
- Knowledge of sheet metal design and fabrication processes
- Familiarity with material standards (steel grades, aluminium, galvanized steel)
- Basic FEA or structural analysis understanding is a plus
Soft Skills
- Detail-oriented and solution-driven
- Strong communication for coordination across departments
- Time management and task prioritization
Skills: structural analysis,metal fabrication,formwork,scaffolding,fabrication processes,material standards,sheet metal design,sheet metal components,fea,solidworks,compliance,autocad,metal