Mechanical / Robotics Apprentice (Medical, R&D)

About the Role

ShanMukha Innovations is seeking curious and motivated engineering graduates who enjoy building, solving practical problems, and learning through hands-on work. As a Mechanical / Robotics Apprentice, you will collaborate with the R&D team to develop new products and enhance existing systems within the medical point-of-care diagnostics sector. Projects may encompass sample automation, mechanical design, motion systems, microfluidics, and detector instrumentation. You will receive guidance from experienced engineers to build practical skills in product development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with CAD modelling, mechanical design, and preparation of engineering drawings.
• Build prototypes using 3D printing, basic machining, and other available manufacturing processes.
• Assist with assembling and testing mechanical, electromechanical, and robotic systems.
• Support characterisation tests, collect data, and aid in analysis and documentation.
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical and electromechanical issues under R&D team guidance.
• Maintain simple project records, drawings, test notes, and documentation.
• Assist with component selection, supplier enquiries, procurement, and outsourced fabrication.
• Collaborate with the manufacturing team to identify and implement product improvements.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Diploma or BE / BTech in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Robotics, or a related engineering discipline. Final-year students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Basic understanding of mechanical engineering concepts and design principles.
• Familiarity with at least one 3D CAD tool such as Fusion 360, SolidWorks, or an equivalent package.
• Interest in hands-on prototyping, mechanisms, robotics, and electromechanical systems.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings and the ability to interpret dimensions and fits.
• Willingness to learn about motors, actuators, sensors, and their basic control systems.
• Basic familiarity with 3D printing or other fabrication methods is an advantage.
• Basic familiarity with electronics, wiring, or PCB concepts is an advantage.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office or equivalent tools for documentation.
• Good communication skills, a practical problem-solving attitude, and willingness to work in a team.

Good to Have

• Personal, academic, or competition projects involving robotics, automation, mechanisms, or product development.
• Exposure to Arduino, ESP32, or other microcontrollers.
• Basic knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, or 3D printing.
• Exposure to fluid handling, pumps, tubing, or microfluidics.
• Familiarity with basic FEA, GD&T, tolerance analysis, or design for manufacturing.
• Experience with tools and workshop equipment, or participation in a technical club or engineering team.

What's In it for you?

• Hands-on experience developing real products with a multidisciplinary R&D team.
• Exposure to mechanical design, robotics, prototyping, testing, and product development.
• An opportunity to learn in a laboratory and product-development environment.
• Guidance from experienced engineers and the chance to build a strong practical engineering foundation.

Stipend: Upto Rs. 7000/month, based on skills or experience

Duration: Minimum 4 months

Location: Mathikere, Bengaluru (Strictly Onsite)