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Who Are We (https://www.niqorobotics.com//)

Niqo Robotics is a Bangalore based Agri-tech company centered at AI, Computer Vision and Robotics, revolutionizing the way farming is undertaken in India and the world. Our mission is simple – Building accessible and reliable robots for sustainable farming.

Who we are looking for:

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with proven expertise in conceptualizing and developing mechanical systems, specializing in SPMs, plastic and industrial enclosures and chassis designs. Demonstrates strong analytical capabilities in performing and reviewing engineering calculations, structural analysis, and design validations. Proficient in defining GD&T and tolerance specifications based on functional requirements, ensuring optimal component performance and manufacturability. Brings hands-on experience in transforming complex design concepts into production-ready solutions while maintaining engineering excellence.

Responsible for transforming product concepts into manufacturing solutions through:

• Concept generation and evaluation (Free body drawing, Design constrain understanding, Concept visualization, and Quick concept generation, down selection matrix)
• Detailed engineering design (Engineering calculation, Material selection, Component Selection, Joint Design, GD&T and tolerance stack up)
• Technical analysis and validation (FEA, Engineering Calc and analysis)
• Manufacturing process understanding and DFM (Sheet metal, welding, machining etc)
• Design for assembly and production (DFA, Poke Yoke concepts, Assembly time etc)
• Engineering drawings and documentation (2D component drawings, Assembly Drawings, Operation and maintenance manual)

They should have:

• Proficient hands-on in SolidWorks (Parts, Assemblies, 2D Drawings, and Routing) with experience handling large CAD assemblies.
• skilled in PLM tools like Windchill and Teamcenter, with knowledge of ECN, ECR, and design release processes.
• Experience in sizing calculations and selection of motors, gearboxes, linear guides, lead screws, and bearings
• Experience in calculating MTBF for the above-mentioned components
• Experience in inverse kinematics, coordinate systems, and application of constraints in robotic design would be an added advantage
• Must demonstrate proven ability to take projects from initial concept through final production release, with expertise in both creative conceptualization and rigorous technical implementation.

Experience in product development across the following areas:

• Automation projects
• Special Purpose Machines (SPMs)
• Robotic arms
• Gantry systems
• Conveyor systems

What you will do here:

• Serves as a technical point of contact for assigned work package scope and may serve as a focal point for all communications related to scope.
• Develops engineering designs for the given work package from concept to 2d drawing and implementation of the changes on product.
• Will be responsible for all the engineering deliverables like CAD design, Engineering calculations, Tolerance stack up, 2d Drawing and engineering presentation.
• Should be able to take the design through the design review gate process and should be responsible for presenting and making sure engineering design is released on time.
• Will be responsible for judging and analysing the Load-bearing structures and analysing them using analytical calc and FEA tools when needed.
• Will be responsible for selection of engineering components like fasteners, bearings, keys, O-rings and gaskets, Springs
• Will be responsible for developing comprehensive GD&T schemes and tolerance stack up for precision assemblies
• Uses analytical and risk evaluation tools to expose root causes and defines counter measures.
• Using robust design tools like Pugh Matrix, DFM/DFA, DFMEA, DFS effectively for design finalization
• Coordinate with several functional teams to progress the design work and meet the design intent.
• Implementation and testing of proto designs when needed to prove the design
• Mentoring junior engineers in design best practices

Preferred Industries (Not mandatory): Agriculture Robotics, Energy, Automotive, Automation, Special purpose machines