Design Engineer-Kinematics & Linkages

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Design Engineer-Kinematics & Linkages

EXPERIENCE : 5-7 YEARS

LOCATION : ATC , Viman Nagar, Pune

EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Full Time

ABOUT SOUTHCO

Southco, Inc. is the leading global designer and manufacturer of engineered access solutions. From quality and performance to aesthetics and ergonomics, we understand that first impressions are lasting impressions in product design.

For over 70 years, Southco has helped the worlds most recognized brands create value for their customers with innovative access solutions designed to enhance the touch points of their products in transportation and industrial applications, medical equipment, data centers and more.

At Southco India, we are strengthening our digital and business capabilities to support global operations and transformation initiatives. We are looking for professionals who are passionate about technology, business process improvement, and solving complex business challenges in a global environment.

POSITION OVERVIEW

At Southco we are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer having 5-7 years of experience with a strong background in kinematics and mechanical linkages, Cam, Gears, Sheet metal, die casting product design and development to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have hands on experience in designing, analyzing, and optimizing multi-body mechanical systems, mechanisms, and motion-transfer assemblies for high-performance products. This role requires deep expertise in translating functional motion requirements into robust, manufacturable mechanical designs.

The successful candidate will take ownership of the complete end-to-end product development cycle, from concept generation through production release, while driving the design and validation of complex mechanical systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, model, and analyze mechanisms including Kinematic linkages, Cam, Gear, Four-bar/slider-crank systems, and multi-axis motion systems.
• Perform kinematic and dynamic calculations for position, velocity, acceleration, force/torque using analytical methods.
• Translate product requirements into detailed mechanical designs, including linkage layouts, motion envelopes, and load paths.
• Develop 3D CAD models, assemblies, and detailed 2D drawings using GD&T for manufacturing and procurement using UG NX.
• Conduct tolerance stack-up analysis for linkage assemblies to ensure functional performance across manufacturing variation.
• Lead fundamental requirement mapping, regulatory compliance screening, strategic material selection, rigorous design effort estimations and Mechanical BOM preparation.
• Moderate DFM/DFA and work closely with suppliers/vendors for tooling and production readiness.
• Spearhead Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA).
• Actively troubleshoot mechanical interface discrepancies, trailing fitment issues, and roll-out verified engineering changes.
• Design validation support and root cause analysis.
• Active participation in PPAP SOP support activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, Customers and Suppliers.
• Coordinate the physical builds and bench testing of experimental prototypes to qualify target kinematics, longevity, and fatigue.
• Create and maintain design documentation, calculations, and simulation reports

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors or masters in mechanical engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics.
• 5-7 years of relevant engineering experience of Design in Engineering Industry, with a strong focus on kinematics, linkages, and motion mechanisms.
• Proven experience designing multi-bar linkages, four-bar mechanisms, slider-crank systems, cam follower systems, or similar motion-transfer assemblies, Gears, and sheet metal design.
• Experience in Die cast design is added advantage.
• Proficiency in CAD software UG NX for 3D modeling, assembly design and 2D preparation.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and DFM/DFA principles.
• Should have knowledge of engineering materials.
• Exposure to end-to-end product development cycle, change management system, IATF 16949 and ISO: 9001.
• Exposure to FEA tools for structural validation of linkage components (ANSYS, Abaqus, or SolidWorks Simulation) is a plus.
• Familiarity with prototyping methods, testing protocols, and design validation processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to debug complex mechanical motion issues.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Must be initiative-taking, team oriented, result driven, flexible, visionary, and able to succeed in a fast paced, multiple-project growth environment.

WHY JOIN SOUTHCO?

Opportunity to lead and grow the procurement function for a global manufacturing leader

Ownership of regional cost-savings and supplier development strategy

Exposure to cross-functional and international supply-chain teams

Collaborative and innovation-driven work culture

Opportunity to create meaningful business impact