Design Engineer-Hydraulic Cylinder

Job Title: Design Engineer – Hydraulic Cylinders

Location: Chakan, Pune

Department: Design & Engineering

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and experienced Design Engineer with 4–5 years of hands-on experience in the design and development of hydraulic cylinders. The ideal candidate should possess strong technical knowledge of hydraulic cylinder design, engineering calculations, manufacturing processes, and proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks.

The role involves designing new hydraulic cylinders, preparing detailed manufacturing drawings, supporting refurbishment projects, and coordinating with production and quality teams to ensure successful execution.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop single-acting, double-acting, tie-rod, and mill-duty hydraulic cylinders for industrial applications.

Perform design calculations for:

Bore size

Rod diameter

Wall thickness

Buckling analysis

Mounting and load calculations

Seal groove design

Prepare detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings using AutoCAD and SolidWorks.

Create and maintain3D models, BOMs, GA drawings, and fabrication drawings.

Select appropriate materials, seals, bearings, and hydraulic components based on application requirements.

Coordinate with production, procurement, and quality teams during manufacturing and assembly.

Review customer specifications and prepare technical proposals.

Support refurbishment projects by evaluating existing cylinders and recommending design modifications.

Resolve design-related issues during manufacturing and testing.

Ensure compliance with applicable standards, customer specifications, and internal quality requirements.

Maintain design documentation and revision control.

Educational Qualification

Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Experience Required

4–5 years of experience in hydraulic cylinder design and engineering.

Experience in heavy engineering, steel, cement, power, port, or material handling industries will be preferred.

Technical Skills

Software

AutoCAD (Mandatory)

SolidWorks (Mandatory)

Microsoft Office

Engineering Knowledge

Hydraulic cylinder design principles

Engineering drawing interpretation

GD&T and tolerance stack-up

Material selection

Surface coating and chrome plating requirements

Manufacturing processes (machining, welding, honing, grinding)

Seal selection and hydraulic applications

Desired Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Good communication and coordination abilities

Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects

Customer-oriented approach

Preferred Industry Experience

Candidates with experience in designing hydraulic cylinders for:

Steel Plants

Cement Plants

Thermal Power Plants

Ports & Material Handling Equipment

Hydraulic Presses

Mobile & Industrial Hydraulics

Why Join us?

Opportunity to work with a company backed by110+ years of German hydraulic engineering expertise

Exposure to critical hydraulic cylinder applications across major industries

Hands-on involvement in both manufacturing and refurbishment projects

Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹100,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Pune, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Notice period?
• Current Salary and Expected Salary in lakhs? (Budget 6-12LPA Based on experience)

Experience:

• AutoCAD: 3 years (Required)
• Solid works : 3 years (Required)
• Hydraulic Cylinder design: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person