Job Title: Design Engineer – Bus Body BuildingReporting To Plant Head / Operation Manager/Production Manager.Location: Panamkuzhy (Kombanad - Ernakulam) Neeleshwaram (Kalady - Ernakulam)1. Core ResponsibilitiesBus Body Design & LayoutDesign exterior and interior layouts of buses (school, city, staff, luxury, sleeper, etc.).Develop 2D/3D models using CAD software (like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, or Siemens NX).GD &T, Free hands Sketching, FEA.Ensure the design fits with different chassis from OEMs (Tata, Ashok Leyland, Eicher, Bharat Benz, etc.).Structural DesignDesign and validate body frame structure (mild steel, aluminium, or stainless steel).Analyse load-bearing members, roof strength, roll-over protection (R66 compliance).Material SelectionChoose materials for body panels, seats, flooring, insulation, and interiors based on weight, cost, and safety.Regulatory ComplianceDesign as per AIS and CMVR standards (e.g., AIS-052, AIS-031).Incorporate safety norms like emergency exits, fire retardant materials, seat anchorage, etc.DocumentationPrepare detailed engineering drawings, BOM (Bill of Materials), and welding/joint details.Maintain drawing revisions and release to production.Prototype & Testing SupportAssist in prototype development and testing (fitment, vibration, noise, leakage, etc.).Collaborate with production and quality teams for design improvements.Skills Required: Category Skills Design Tools AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo, Inventor, GD &T, Freelance Sketching, FEA. Analysis Finite Element Analysis (ANSYS or SolidWorks Simulation) Knowledge Bus body structure, ergonomics, electrical layout, HVAC integration Regulations AIS-052, CMVR, R66 (rollover), Fire safety standards Soft Skills Team collaboration, documentation, problem-solving, attention to detail Departments You’ll Coordinate With,Production Department – to ensure manufacturability of designs.Purchase Department – for material specifications and sourcing.Quality & Testing – for design validation.Electrical/HVAC Teams – for integration of wiring and AC ducts.OEM Liaison Team – for chassis integration and approval. Educational BackgroundDegree/Diploma: Mechanical, Automobile, or Industrial Design EngineeringPreferred Experience: 2–5 years (for junior to mid-level roles)Certifications (optional):CAD software certificationsAIS/CMVR standards trainingGD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
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Design Engineer