Design engineer, Trainee
Wheels India Limited
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IndiaFresher3h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- Freshers and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- AutoCADSolidWorksCADGD&T
- Work
- On-site in Chennai
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- CAD38%GD&T21%SolidWorks18%AutoCAD16%of 98 similar fresher jobs posted in India this week
- Listed
- 5 Nov 2026 · still open
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About the Role
The Trainee Design Engineer will support the design and development of wheel and suspension components, working closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Chennai.
Key Responsibilities
- Creating and updating 2D/3D drawings.
- Assisting in design calculations.
- Preparing technical documentation.
- Participating in design reviews.
- Collaborating with manufacturing and quality teams to ensure designs meet performance, safety, and cost requirements.
- Supporting prototype development and testing.
- Actively participating in plant-level activities and close coordination with production teams.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline from a recognized institution.
- Strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, including strength of materials, machine design, and manufacturing processes.
- Proficiency in CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, AutoCAD) for 2D drafting and 3D modeling.
- Basic knowledge of design validation methods, tolerance analysis, and GD&T.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and industry standards related to automotive components.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Interest in automotive and heavy equipment sectors.
- Willingness to learn, adapt to structured processes, and work on-site.
Prior internships or projects in design or manufacturing are an advantage.