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Company DescriptionHealthcare Technology Innovation Centre (HTIC) is a multi-disciplinary R&D center established through a partnership between the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) and the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India. It fosters collaboration among technologists, engineers, healthcare professionals, industry leaders, and government agencies to develop impactful healthcare technologies. HTIC’s mission is to drive innovation and create transformative solutions in healthcare while being recognized for technical excellence and collaboration. The center is dedicated to advancing healthcare technology in India and beyond.Role DescriptionHTIC is seeking a Junior Mechanical Design Engineer with a strong foundation in mechanical design, simulation, and UAV/drone systems. The engineer will support the design, analysis, and validation of mechanical subsystems for compact aerial platforms, mechatronic assemblies, and research prototypes. The role involves hands-on CAD, simulation-led design decisions, and close collaboration with electronics, embedded, and systems teams.This is an on-site position located in Chennai, India.QualificationsA background in Mechanical Engineering with expertise in Design Engineering and Machine DesignProficiency in Product Design and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) softwareAbility to analyse and solve engineering problems in a collaborative environmentStrong attention to detail and an aptitude for innovative and practical problem-solvingBachelor’s degree in Mechanical EngineeringEffective communication and teamwork skillsHands-on experience with simulation tools for Structural FEA (static, modal, fatigue), Thermal analysis and basic CFD (airflow, cooling, drag)Understanding of UAV/drone mechanical architectures, including frames, mounts, and propulsion layoutsKnowledge of materials (aluminium alloys, composites, polymers, 3D-printed materials)Familiarity with DFM/DFA principlesAbility to interpret simulation results and translate them into design improvementsPreferred / Good-to-Have SkillsExperience with multirotor or fixed-wing drone design projectsExposure to vibration, shock, and dynamic loading analysisKnowledge of manufacturing processes (CNC machining, sheet metal, injection molding, additive manufacturing)Basic understanding of aerodynamics and propeller–airframe interactions Experience working with rapid prototyping and testing setupsHow to ApplyInterested candidates may send their resume and (if available) a design portfolio or project summary to with Email Subject: HTIC – Junior Mechanical Design Engineer (UAV & Simulation)