Design Engineer

Job Title:
Design Engineer – Endoscope Accessories & Imaging Systems
Department:
R&D – Endoscopy & Imaging Systems
Location:
Vapi, Gujarat
Reports To:
Manager / Senior Manager – Design / R&D

Job Purpose:
To design and develop plastic molded and metal components for endoscope accessories and medical imaging systems, including the outer housing/body of imaging equipment, ensuring high standards of functionality, reliability, manufacturability, aesthetics, and regulatory compliance in alignment with global medical device standards.

Key Responsibilities: -
1. Product Design & Development
• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for endoscope accessories, imaging systems and related medical devices.
• Create concept, preliminary and detailed designs using SolidWorks / AutoCAD / CATIA.
• Prepare 3D CAD models, assemblies, 2D manufacturing drawings, BOMs and technical specifications.
• Ensure designs meet functional, ergonomic, aesthetic and durability requirements.
• Apply DFM/DFA principles to optimize designs for manufacturability and assembly.



2. Plastic Molding Design
• Design plastic injection moulded components considering material behaviour, tooling constraints and production feasibility.
• Select suitable materials such as ABS, PC, PC-ABS, Nylon, PEEK based on application requirements.
• Define wall thickness, draft angles, ribs, bosses, snap-fit features and parting lines.
• Participate in mold design reviews, tool trials (T0/T1/T2) and design modifications.
• Identify and resolve moulding issues including warpage, sink marks, shrinkage and cosmetic defects.

3. Metal Parts Design
• Design precision metal parts using machining, sheet metal, casting and turning processes.
• Apply GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis to ensure proper fit and function.
• Select materials such as Stainless Steel (SS 304/316), Aluminium alloys, Brass.
• Define surface treatments including passivation, anodizing, polishing and coating as required.
• Coordinate with vendors and manufacturing teams for feasibility and cost optimization.

4. Imaging System Enclosure & Housing Design
• Design outer enclosures and housings for medical imaging systems.
• Consider thermal management, EMI/EMC requirements, cable routing and serviceability.
• Integrate mechanical designs with electronics, optics, sensors and cabling.
• Ensure compliance with safety, usability and service access requirements.

5. Prototyping, Testing & Validation
• Support prototyping activities using CNC machining and 3D printing.
• Participate in fit, form and functional testing of components and assemblies.
• Support design verification and validation activities.
• Implement design changes based on testing outcomes, risk assessments and user feedback.
6. Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Collaborate with Electronics, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory and Supply Chain teams.
• Support design transfer activities from R&D to manufacturing.
• Participate in technical discussions with suppliers, toolmakers and manufacturing partners.
• Support engineering change management and continuous improvement initiatives.

7. Documentation & Compliance
• Prepare and maintain design documentation including drawings, specifications and revision history.
• Support design control documentation in line with ISO 13485 requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable medical device standards and internal quality systems.
• Participate in internal and external audits as required.

Qualifications and Experience:
• B.E. / B. Tech / Diploma in Engineering / Production Engineering or equivalent.
• 3–8 years of experience in mechanical design of plastic and metal components.
• Experience in medical devices, endoscopy, imaging systems or precision equipment preferred.
• Hands-on experience with SolidWorks / AutoCAD / CATIA is mandatory.

Skills and Competencies:
• Strong expertise in plastic injection moulding and metal part design.
• Good understanding of GD&T, tolerance analysis and manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and design optimization skills.
• High attention to detail and design accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in a regulated, cross-functional environment.
• Good communication and technical documentation skills.


Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
• On-time delivery of design outputs as per project timelines.
• First time-right design quality and reduction in rework or tooling changes.
• Successful transfer of designs to manufacturing with minimal issues.
• Compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.
• Contribution to cost optimization, product reliability and design improvements.
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