Design Engineer – Conveyor & Material Handling Systems- SolidWorks
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 5 years 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.
alore (Hybrid)
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
- Collaborate with Automation, Controls, or Commissioning engineers to create 3D layouts for system studies
- 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
- Research new components and materials, providing recommendations for adoption into standards.
- 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
Requirements
- Bachelor / Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related.
- 5+ years of experience in Design for Manufacturing and Assembly with ability to produce fabrication, welding, and assembly drawings from 3D models efficiently.
- Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
- Demonstrable experience on 3D modeling software such as SolidWorks.
- Demonstrable experience on creating 2D and 3D designs using AutoCAD.
- 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
- At least 5 years of design experience in conveyor systems, SPMs, material handling equipment, or design for manufacturing and assembly
- Proficiency with SolidWorks for 3D modeling, assemblies, drafting, and configurations
- Experience creating 2D and 3D designs using AutoCAD
- Strong knowledge of GD&T and ASME Y14.5
- Experience producing fabrication, welding, assembly, manufacturing, installation, and layout drawings
- Knowledge of tolerance analysis and mechanical calculations
- Familiarity with welding, sheet metal, machining, and assembly processes
- Experience with PDM tools or PLM workflows, including Bluestar
- Exposure to automation systems, pneumatics, or servo-based designs
- Basic knowledge of ISO, ANSI, and CE standards
- Experience with FEA or SolidWorks Simulator
- Strong technical writing, documentation, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with MS Office and general computer applications
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, documents, and reports
- Hands-on experience with prototype building or shop-floor support
- Familiarity with cost optimization and value engineering
What We Do
Bastian Automation designs and delivers custom material-handling automation for automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, tire and wheel, and related operations. As an automation integrator, it supports distribution and manufacturing teams with automotive and aerospace handling systems, tire-and-wheel handling, kitting and sequencing, and custom automation. Its solutions help organizations work smarter, scale faster, improve operational efficiency, and meet production goals.
