Mechanical Design Engineer Job in Chennai at The ePlane Company

The ePlane Company is hiring for the role of Mechanical Design Engineer! 

Responsibilities of the Candidate:

• Create and manage 3D CAD models and 2D drawings of powertrain components (motor housings, inverter enclosures, gearbox casings, shafts, bearings, seals, etc.).
• Develop gearbox layouts, transmission systems, and tolerance stack-up analyses.
• Apply GD&T; and DFM/DFA principles to ensure manufacturability and assembly feasibility.
• Collaborate with electrical and thermal teams for mechanical-electrical-thermal integration.
• Provide CAD support for FEA/thermal simulations and iterate based on analysis feedback.
• Work with suppliers and vendors on prototype manufacturing, machining, and assembly.
• Participate in design reviews and documentation control for aerospace compliance.
• Support test and validation activities for subsystems and integrated powertrain assemblies.

Requirements:

• B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical/Automotive/Aerospace Engineering.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in mechanical design (EV, aerospace, or automotive powertrain preferred).
• Strong proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, Creo, or equivalent).
• Knowledge of gearbox/transmission design, bearings, and sealing systems.
• Familiarity with GD&T;, tolerance analysis, and ISO/AGMA gear standards.
• Exposure to thermal management systems (liquid/oil cooling, heat exchangers).
• Understanding of manufacturing processes – machining, casting, additive manufacturing.
• Strong documentation and collaboration skills.