Associate Design Engineer
Location: Narasapura, Bangalore
Who We Are
About Bastian Solutions: Bastian Solutions, a Toyota Advanced Logistics company, is an independent material handling and robotics system integrator providing automated solutions for distribution, manufacturing, and order fulfillment centers around the world. Our team specializes in consulting, system design, project management, maintenance, and installation, while sourcing the best equipment and automation technology. We take great pride in providing exceptional service and flexibility to our customers.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop conveyor systems, ASRS, automated material handling equipment, and SPMs as per project requirements.
- Create 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks with proper application of GD&T.
- Perform mechanical calculations, component selection (motors, gearboxes, bearings, actuators), and tolerance stack-up analysis.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams including electrical, controls, procurement, and manufacturing to ensure seamless integration.
- Support prototype development, assembly, and testing.
- Drive design reviews, DFMEA, and continuous product improvements.
- Document Bill of Materials (BOMs), design specifications, and technical manuals.
- Ensure compliance with relevant safety standards and design codes.
- Display thorough knowledge of applicable theories, practices, and business practices.
- Modify, critique, and release equipment designs per customer and Bastian Solutions specifications and standards
- Create detailed installation and layout drawings
- Troubleshoot and modify manufactured equipment, creating red line drawings, updating SolidWorks models and drawings to create As-Built packages prior to shipment
- Create and modify mechanical manuals, preventative maintenance schedules and tasks, and troubleshooting guides.
- Provide quality oversight, review, edit, and refine the technical documentation of peers and vendors
- Prepare procedures, reports, and specifications.
- Perform discipline checks on product/equipment design and technical documentation
- Design, execute, and report on product/equipment design validation tests
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelor / master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
- Minimum 1 year of design experience in conveyor systems, SPMs, or material handling equipment.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks (3D modeling, assemblies, drafting, configurations).
- Sound knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and tolerance analysis.
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes (welding, sheet metal, machining, assembly).
- Ability to interpret customer specifications and translate them into functional designs.
- Experience with PDM tools, or PLM workflows (Bluestar).
- Exposure to automation systems, pneumatics, or servo-based designs.
- Basic knowledge of standards like ISO, ANSI, or CE compliance.
- Familiarity with cost optimization and value engineering
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Hands-on experience in prototype building or shop floor support is a plus.
- Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
- Superior computer skills, with solid experience in MS Office.
- Fluent in advanced analysis techniques, i.e., FEA, SolidWorks Simulator.
- Excellent ability to read and understand engineering drawings/documents/reports.
Top Skills
What We Do
Bastian Solutions, a Toyota Automated Logistics company, is a trusted supply chain integration partner committed to providing their clients a competitive advantage by designing and delivering world-class distribution and production solutions.
The expertise Bastian Solutions delivers includes exceptional results through a proven process of analytical consulting, engineering and design, simulation, project management, and installation services, while sourcing the best material handling equipment and automation technologies available.
With innovation at the forefront, the company also develops Exacta supply chain software, conveyor and sortation systems, custom automated material-handling equipment, robotics, autonomous vehicles and robotic shuttles, and state-of-the art industrial controls.
Bastian Solutions serves domestic and global markets, covering the United States, Canada, India, the Middle East, Mexico and South America.
