Mechanical Design Lead

Role & responsibilities

• Proficiency in AutoCAD for 2D drafting and engineering drawings.

• Hands-on experience with Creo 2, Inventor, and 3D modelling.

• Strong knowledge of mechanical design of Distribution and Power Transformers up to 20 MVA / 132 kV.

• Experience in transformer components and mechanical structures, including:

• Tank design

• Yoke and clamp arrangement

• Insulation structures

• Internal connection drawings

• Customer drawings

• Knowledge of design optimization methodologies and application of design principles for cost, quality, and manufacturability.

• Understanding of stress analysis and mechanical calculations.

• Knowledge of relevant transformer standards and their application.

• Basic understanding of thermal design and transformer cooling systems.

• Ability to interpret and incorporate customer technical requirements into engineering drawings.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and modify customer drawings using Creo, Inventor, and AutoCAD.
• Develop shop-pack and manufacturing drawings for transformers up to 20 MVA / 132 kV.
• Prepare detailed drawings for transformer tanks, yoke clamps, insulation structures, and internal connections.
• Coordinate directly with customers for technical discussions, drawing clarifications, and closure of design-related queries.
• Manage and maintain BOMs through ERP/SAP systems.
• Support transformer thermal and cooling-system design activities.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable transformer standards, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Perform or support stress and mechanical calculations as required.
• Identify opportunities for design optimization, standardization, and cost improvement.
• Work closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to resolve shop-floor design and drawing-related issues.
• Support a strong quality and safety culture across design and manufacturing activities.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of drawings and engineering deliverables.

Preferred candidate profile

• Strong understanding of transformer mechanical design and manufacturing processes.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to independently handle design assignments from customer requirement through manufacturing release.
• Strong communication skills for customer and internal technical interactions.
• Experience working in a structured engineering/manufacturing environment with ERP/SAP exposure.