DESIGN ENGINEER

Location: Chennai
Experience: 5–10 Years
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. in Mechanical Engineering
Salary: ₹4 – ₹6 LPA
Industry: Manufacturing / Engineering

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Design Engineer with robust expertise in Sheet Metal Tool Design, Press Tools, Draw & Forming Tools, Drill Jigs and Welding Fixtures. The candidate should have hands-on experience in CAD-based design, tooling development, prototype trials and technical documentation.

Key Responsibilities

- Design Sheet Metal Press, Draw and Forming Tools, Drill Jigs and Welding Fixtures for sub-assemblies using CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks and CATIA.
- Create 2D drawings and 3D models for manufacturing, including Press Tools, Jigs, Welding Fixtures, Plug Gauges and Receiver Gauges for sheet metal components.
- Develop tooling concepts for Single Operation, Multiple Operation and Progressive Tools based on production requirements and engineering specifications.
- Prepare Tool & Fixture Costing.
- Evaluate material suitability and mechanical properties for tool components.
- Coordinate prototype activities for fabrication of initial tool designs and parts.
- Evaluate prototypes and conduct Tool and Part Trial Runs to ensure design integrity.
- Work closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance and Purchase departments.
- Participate in DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) and PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) activities.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation,



engineering drawings and BOMs (Bill of Materials).
- Support cost-reduction initiatives through optimized design.
- Plan and monitor timelines for tool design and delivery.

Key Deliverables / Requirements

- Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes, including:
- Press Stamping
- Special Processes
- Welding Processes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Good understanding of GD&T; (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).

Software Skills

- AutoCAD / CAM
- SolidWorks
- CATIA

Experience & Education

- 5–10 years of relevant experience
- Diploma / B.E. in Mechanical Engineering

Salary

₹4 LPA – ₹6 LPA

Preferred Candidate Profile

Candidates with hands-on experience in Sheet Metal Tool Design, Press Tools, Draw & Forming Tools, Progressive Tools, Drill Jigs and Welding Fixtures will be suitable for this position.

Pay: ₹400,000.00 - ₹600,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

- Do you have hands-on experience in Sheet Metal Press Tool Design?
- Have you worked on Draw and Forming Tools? Can you briefly explain the type of tools you have designed?
- Do you have experience designing Drill Jigs and Welding Fixtures?
- Have you designed Progressive Tools, Single Operation Tools or Multiple Operation Tools?
- Have you worked on Plug Gauges and Receiver Gauges?
- Which CAD software do you use regularly — AutoCAD/CAM, SolidWorks or CATIA?
- Do you have experience creating both 2D drawings and 3D models?

Work Location: In person

📌 Design Engineer – Tooling (Sheet Metal / Press Tools) (Chennai)
🏢 Sree Sumangala Metals & Industries
📍 Chennai