Experience: 4–5 Years
Notice Period: Immediate to to 1 Month
Location : Coimbatore
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Sheet Metal Design Engineer with strong expertise in SOLIDWORKS and sheet metal fabrication processes. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in designing sheet metal components, preparing manufacturing drawings, and supporting fabrication activities. Experience in electrical enclosure and control panel design will be an added advantage.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop sheet metal components and assemblies using SOLIDWORKS.
- Prepare detailed 2D manufacturing drawings in accordance with industry standards.
- Generate laser cutting, plasma cutting, and nesting files for production.
- Collaborate with the fabrication team to ensure manufacturability and production efficiency.
- Design sheet metal parts considering fabrication processes such as laser cutting, plasma cutting, bending, and welding.
- Apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) principles in engineering drawings.
- Define appropriate sheet metal parameters, bend allowances, and welding symbols as per standards.
- Review and optimize designs for cost-effectiveness, quality, and ease of manufacturing.
- Coordinate with production, quality, and project teams to resolve design-related issues.
- Ensure all documentation is accurate and maintained according to company standards.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- 4–5 years of experience in sheet metal design and fabrication.
- Strong proficiency in SOLIDWORKS Sheet Metal.
- Hands-on experience in sheet metal fabrication processes including:
- Laser Cutting
- Plasma Cutting
- Sheet Metal Bending
- Welding
- Strong knowledge of 2D drafting and manufacturing drawing preparation.
- Experience in nesting and laser cutting file generation.
- Good understanding of GD&T standards.
- Strong knowledge of sheet metal design parameters, bend calculations, and welding symbols.
- Experience in designing Electrical Enclosures and Control Panels is an added advantage.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
Preferred Candidate Profile
- Detail-oriented with strong engineering fundamentals.
- Familiarity with manufacturing and fabrication standards.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Able to meet project timelines and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Candidates from Coimbatore or nearby locations will be preferred.