Danfoss is Hiring | CAD Engineer |

Position – CAD Engineer
Company – Danfoss
Location – Oragadam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IN

Job description

Are you interested in contributing to the development of innovative & market-leading solutions for a global leader in energy-efficient solutions? If you are passionate about pushing boundaries and delivering innovative designs and documentation, this opportunity is for you. Danfoss High Pressure Pumps (HPP) is seeking a CAD Engineer for our Chennai Campus Innovation Team.

Our portfolio includes pumps & energy recovery devices (ERD) used in various applications such as freshwater production through reverse osmosis, dust & fire suppression, humidification, wastewater filtration. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with groundbreaking technology & customize it to meet the demands & needs of our customers. HPP comprises over 100 visionary & innovative colleagues who develop, manufacture, & deliver component & system solutions based on pumps, ERDs & valves.

HPP Innovation focuses on digital product representation using advanced parametric CAD models & intelligent master data to enable rapid innovation & development cycles, & certification documentation. We are strategically investing in cutting-edge digital tools & expertise across all technology development areas. This digital transformation will accelerate innovation & deliver exceptional value to our customers.

As a CAD Engineer in HPP, your responsibilities will range from initial concept development & design solutions to collaborating with FEM & CFD simulation engineers, analysing test results, refining designs, & creating comprehensive design documentation for our customers.

Job Responsibilities

• Utilize Siemens NX to design & develop 3D models & 2D drawings for mechanical components & assemblies, employing advanced parametric modelling techniques as a primary focus.
• Manage product data & documentation within Teamcenter PLM system.
• Develop & implement NX automation scripts & methodologies to streamline design processes & assembly design to improve efficiency within the Teamcenter environment.
• Conduct design reviews & implement design changes based on feedback.
• Experience with GD&T & tolerance analysis.
• Knowledge of common engineering materials (metals, plastics, composites) & their properties to make informed material choices for specific design requirements.
• Practical knowledge of SAP for material management & BOM creation
• Ability to develop & maintain internal CAD guidelines & best practices to ensure consistency & quality across design projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, procurement) to ensure design feasibility & manufacturability.

Background & Skills

• Holds a Bachelors or Master’s degree in Mech engineering & less than 4 years of industry experience.
• Has expertise with working in Siemens NX & Teamcenter.
• Understands how to create advanced CAD features both at component & assembly level.
• Is experienced with documenting data in SAP & Teamcenter.
• Is experienced in understanding simulation calculations, tolerance chain analysis, & material documentation, etc.
• Is proficient in written & spoken English.
• A highly motivated team player with a positive, cross-functional mindset, thriving in environments that value both collective & individual achievements.
• Proactive in problem-solving & maximizing value creation, with an understanding of the full product lifecycle. Driven by working in a development team that appreciates initiative & innovation.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways – driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 42.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.