Position Summary:
We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer with strong hands-on skills in mechanical design, CAD, prototyping, fabrication, and robotics hardware development. The ideal candidate will be comfortable taking concepts from design to manufacturable prototypes and mentoring students through practical engineering projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, prototype, and develop mechanical components, assemblies, kits, and enclosures for robotics hardware.
- Create and maintain parametric CAD models and assemblies using OnShape, SolidWorks, or Fusion 360.
- Apply DFM/DFA principles across injection molding, sheet metal, CNC machining, laser cutting, and 3D printing.
- Work closely with electronics, software, and robotics teams to integrate mechanical systems and ensure reliable fit, mounting, cable routing, and serviceability.
- Guide students and young innovators through mechanical design, fabrication, testing, troubleshooting, and iterative product development.
Requirements:
- CAD proficiency in OnShape, SolidWorks, or Fusion 360, including parametric modeling and assemblies.
- Strong understanding of DFM/DFA for injection molding, sheet metal, and 3D printing.
- Working knowledge of tolerancing and GD&T for manufactured and assembled parts.
- Ability to select materials including plastics, metals, and fasteners while balancing cost, durability, and manufacturability.
- Hands-on knowledge of CNC machining, laser cutting, 3D printing, and general manufacturing processes, with the ability to troubleshoot fabrication issues.
- Experience designing robotics kits and enclosures, including mounting, cable routing, access, and serviceability considerations.
- Basic mechanism design knowledge covering linkages, gearing, and simple actuation systems.
- Experience in competitive robotics, hackathons, college technical communities, or similar hands-on engineering environments is preferred.
Benefits of working with The Innovation Story:
- Foster your research and development skills in Robotics.
- Work in a world-class maker's lab and gain hands-on exposure to advanced prototyping and fabrication.
- Represent India and the team at various national and international competitions.
- Learn from international robotics mentors and experienced industry professionals.
- Develop leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.
- Participate in professional development and mentorship programs with exposure to alumni from leading institutions.
- Be part of research and development projects in a dynamic and innovative environment.
- Collaborate with talented professionals and students, contributing to meaningful advancements in STEM education and technology.
- Help students innovate, build real-world projects, and create multiple innovation stories
Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
