Machine Tool Designer (5+ Years Experience)

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Machine Tool Designer to lead the design and development of large CNC machine tools such as HMC, VMC, double-column machining centers, and gantry-type machines. The role involves end-to-end responsibility from concept design to release, documentation, and production support.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop machine tools and major assemblies (structural parts, spindle units, sheet metal, mechanisms).
• Create detailed 3D models using SolidWorks and prepare manufacturing drawings.
• Generate casting, machining, fabrication, structural, and small-part drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Maintain structured design documentation and drawing repositories.
• Prepare and manage:
• Design calculations, FEA reports, DFMEA, and project documentation
• Machine manuals, specifications, standards, SOPs, QC checklists, assembly process sheets
• ECR/ECN records, revision status, customer complaint records, and DAP documents
• BOM, material codes, and variant configurations in ERP
• Release designs and ensure design clearance against customer orders.
• Coordinate with Planning, Sourcing, Assembly, Service, and Production teams for execution.
• Support manufacturing duringbuildandresolvedesign-related issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance machine performance and production efficiency.

Skill Set Required

Technical Skills

• Strong experience in CNC machine tool design (HMC/VMC/gantry/double column).
• Proficiencyin SolidWorks (3D modeling & detailing) and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of machine structures, spindle systems, fabrication, and casting design.
• Exposure to FEA, tolerance stack-ups, and design calculations.
• BOM preparation, material code creation, and SAP variant configuration.
• Understanding ofmanufacturing processes, assembly practices, and quality standards.
• Cost estimation and design-to-cost awareness.

Software & Tools

• SolidWorks
• AutoCAD
• MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Educational Qualification

• B.E./B.Techin Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Additionalcertifications in CAD/CAE, machine design, or manufacturing engineering preferred.

General Requirements & Behavioral Competencies

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in machine tool design.
• Strong ownership and accountability for design deliverables.
• Good documentation discipline and data management practices.
• Ability toidentifyrisks,troubleshootprototypes, and implement design improvements.
• Strong coordination skills with cross-functional teams and vendors.
• Positive attitude, discipline at work, and commitment to deadlines.
• Ability to supervise manufacturing implementation and support commissioning.
• Continuous improvement mindset and problem-solving orientation.

Role Objective:

Deliver robust, manufacturable, and cost-effective machine tool designs that meet customer requirements, support production efficiency, andmaintainhigh engineering standards.