Design Engineer

Job Description – Jr. Design Engineer (CAD & CAM)

Department: CNC / VMC (TOLL ROOM)

Designation: Jr. Design Engineer

Experience: 2 to 3 Years

Location: Meta Build Industries

Employment Type: Full Time

Job SummaryWe are looking for a Jr. Design Engineer for our CNC & VMC Department with knowledge of CAD & CAM software, CNC/VMC machining, 2D/3D modelling, toolpath generation and VMC programming. The candidate will be responsible for preparing component drawings, developing machining processes, generating CAM programs and coordinating with Production, QC and CNC/VMC Operators.

Key Responsibilities Prepare and modify 2D & 3D component drawings as per customer requirements.

Create and maintain drawings/models using AutoCAD, SolidWorks, NX software.

Read and understand engineering drawings, dimensions, tolerances and GD&T.

Study component drawings and determine suitable CNC/VMC machining processes.

Prepare machining process plans and operation sequences.

Generate VMC toolpaths using CAM software.

Select suitable cutting tools, tool holders, feeds and speeds as per machining requirements.

Create and modify CNC programs for VMC machines.

Perform CAM toolpath simulation and verification before releasing programs to production.

Check toolpath for collision, over-cutting, under-cutting and machining errors.

Coordinate with CNC/VMC operators during program trials and production.

Make necessary modifications in programs based on machining results.

Support in fixture, jig and tooling design.

Coordinate with Production, QC and Tool Room for machining and design-related issues.

Make design modifications based on production and quality requirements.

Prepare BOM, drawing revisions, setup sheets and technical documents.

Maintain proper drawing, CAM file and CNC program revision control.

Support in reducing cycle time, rejection, rework and tool consumption.

Assist in new product development and process improvement.

Visit the shop floor to understand machining problems and provide technical solutions.

Ensure drawings, CAM programs and machining processes comply with customer/company requirements.

CAD Software Knowledge Candidate should have working knowledge of one or more of the following:

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Siemens NX

2D drafting and detailing

3D part modelling

Assembly modelling

Engineering drawing preparation

GD&T and tolerance understanding

CAM Software Knowledge Candidate should have knowledge of CAM software used for VMC programming and toolpath generation.

Preferred CAM Software Siemens NX CAM

Solid CAM

work NC 

Qualification Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

Desired Candidate Profile 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in CAD/CAM or manufacturing.

Candidates with practical knowledge of CAD + CAM + CNC/VMC programming will be preferred.

Good understanding of mechanical drawings and machining processes.

Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

Good communication and coordination skills.

Willingness to work on the shop floor.

Ability to learn new CAD/CAM software.

Ability to coordinate with Production, QC, Tool Room and CNC/VMC Operators.

Key Performance Areas (KPI)Drawing accuracy

CAM program accuracy

Timely completion of drawings/programs

Reduction in machining cycle time

Reduction in rejection and rework

Toolpath optimization

Tool consumption reduction

Successful first-time machining trials

Proper drawing/CAM program revision control

Reporting Reports To: Design Manager