This role is for one of the Weekday's clients Salary range: Rs 100000 - Rs 1000000 (ie INR 1 - 10 LPA) Min Experience: 3+ years Location: Bangalore JobType: full-time We are looking for a talented and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in mechanical design and product development, with hands-on experience using SolidWorks to design, validate, and optimize mechanical systems and components. Candidates with prior exposure to the defense industry and an understanding of high-reliability engineering standards will be highly preferred. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to develop innovative mechanical solutions, support prototype development, and ensure products meet stringent quality, performance, and manufacturability requirements. The ideal candidate should possess excellent analytical skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and a passion for engineering excellence. Immediate joiners are preferred. Candidates must be available to attend a Face-to-Face interview as part of the selection process. ### Key Responsibilities - Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and systems using SolidWorks. - Prepare detailed 3D models, engineering drawings, and manufacturing documentation. - Perform mechanical design calculations, tolerance analysis, and component selection. - Collaborate with electrical, manufacturing, and quality teams throughout the product development lifecycle. - Develop innovative design solutions while ensuring compliance with industry and organizational standards. - Support prototype development, testing, validation, and design improvements based on test results. - Evaluate product performance and recommend modifications to improve efficiency, reliability, and manufacturability. - Apply engineering principles related to structural analysis, thermal performance, and material selection. - Participate in design reviews, technical discussions, and root cause analysis for engineering issues. - Ensure designs are optimized for production, cost, durability, and maintainability. - Maintain accurate engineering documentation and revision control throughout project execution. - Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for design methodologies and engineering processes. ### Required Skills ### Must-Have Skills - Strong experience in Mechanical Design for complex mechanical systems and assemblies. - Hands-on expertise with SolidWorks for part modeling, assemblies, sheet metal, and detailed engineering drawings. - Experience working in the Defense industry or on defense-related products with exposure to quality and reliability standards. - Strong understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, tolerancing, and manufacturing processes. - Knowledge of material properties, fabrication techniques, machining, and assembly practices. - Excellent analytical thinking and mechanical problem-solving skills. - Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams. ### Good-to-Have Skills - Experience in 3D Modeling and advanced CAD methodologies. - Knowledge of Heat Transfer principles and thermal analysis. - Strong understanding of Strength of Materials (SOM) and mechanical stress analysis. - Familiarity with prototype development, testing, and validation processes. - Exposure to product lifecycle management (PLM) tools and documentation standards. ### Qualifications - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. - 3–7 years of professional experience in mechanical design and product development. - Experience in defense, aerospace, heavy engineering, or other high-precision manufacturing environments will be an advantage. - Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills. - Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high-quality engineering standards.