Company Description Appasamy Associates, established in 1978, is a leading manufacturer and distributor of ophthalmic diagnostic and surgical equipment, intraocular lenses, microsurgical instruments, and ophthalmic pharmaceuticals. The company serves ophthalmic surgeons and vision care professionals across India and is recognized worldwide for product quality and customer support. A dedicated R&D; team focuses on delivering state-of-the-art solutions that make modern ophthalmic technology more accessible.

Manufacturing facilities in Chennai, Pondicherry, and Baddi operate under quality systems certified to ISO 9000 and ISO 13485 standards, with CE marking for various products, audited by renowned certification bodies.

Role Description The Manager – Engineering Drawing role is a full-time, on-site position based in Chennai. The person in this role will oversee the preparation, review, and maintenance of detailed engineering drawings and documentation for ophthalmic equipment and related products.

Responsibilities include coordinating with design, R&D;, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure drawings meet technical specifications, regulatory standards, and production requirements. The role involves managing drawing revisions, standardizing drafting practices, ensuring accurate integration of mechanical and electronic components, and supporting product lifecycle activities.



The manager will also lead and mentor the engineering drawing team, allocate work, track project timelines, and collaborate on process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.

Qualifications

- Proficiency in Engineering Management and Team Leadership, with experience guiding drafting or design teams and coordinating cross-functional stakeholders.
- Strong Project Management skills, including planning, prioritizing, and monitoring multiple drawing and documentation activities.
- Understanding of Integration in engineering contexts, ensuring mechanical, electrical, and software elements are accurately represented in drawings.
- Exposure to Software Development environments or tools relevant to CAD, PLM, or drawing management systems is an advantage.
- Hands-on experience with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks or similar) and engineering drawing standards (GD&T;, tolerance and dimensioning norms).
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related technical discipline; advanced qualifications are preferred.
- Knowledge of medical device regulations and quality systems (such as ISO 9000, ISO 13485, CE requirements) is highly beneficial.
- Solid analytical skills, attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to work effectively in a structured manufacturing environment.

📌 Manager - Engineering Drawing (Chennai)
🏢 Appasamy Associates
📍 Chennai