CAD Design Engineer (Exhaust Systems)

Job Description – CAD Design Engineer (Exhaust Systems)

Position Title - CAD Design Engineer – Exhaust Systems

Location - Pune, Maharashtra

Experience - 3+ Years

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated CAD Design Engineer with experience in Air Intake Systems and Exhaust Systems within the Automotive industry. The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in CATIA and be responsible for designing, developing, and releasing automotive components and assemblies while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.

This role requires hands-on experience in product design, CAD modeling, packaging studies, BOM management, engineering change implementation, and coordination with manufacturing and validation teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop Air Intake System and Exhaust System components using CATIA V5/V6.
• Create 3D models, assemblies, 2D manufacturing drawings, and detailed design documentation.
• Perform packaging studies, interference checks, tolerance stack-up analysis, and design feasibility assessments.
• Work closely with CAE, Testing, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supplier teams during product development.
• Support product development activities from concept through production release.
• Prepare and maintain Engineering Change Requests (ECR) and Engineering Change Notices (ECN).
• Create and manage Bill of Materials (BOM) and engineering documentation.
• Ensure designs comply with customer specifications, industry standards, and manufacturing requirements.
• Participate in DFMEA, Design Reviews, and technical discussions.
• Support prototype development, validation builds, and production launches.
• Collaborate with suppliers and customers to address design-related concerns and improvements.

Mandatory Skills

Technical Skills

• CATIA V5/V6
• 3D Modeling & Surface Modeling
• 2D Drafting & GD&T
• Air Intake System Design
• Exhaust System Design
• Automotive Product Development
• Design Release Process
• BOM Management
• Engineering Change Management (ECR/ECN)
• Tolerance Stack-up Analysis

Domain Expertise

• Automotive Industry
• Passenger Vehicle / Commercial Vehicle Components
• Air Intake Modules
• Intake Manifolds
• Air Cleaners
• Ducting Systems
• Mufflers
• Exhaust Pipes
• After-Treatment Systems

Preferred Skills

• Teamcenter / PLM Tools
• DFMEA
• APQP
• PPAP
• Creo or NX (Good to Have)
• Design Validation Support
• Supplier Coordination
• Cost Reduction & Value Engineering

Educational Qualification

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related discipline.