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Role & responsibilities Design and develop processing, packaging, and special purpose machines for food, pharma, and chemical industries Prepare 2D & 3D mechanical designs using AutoCAD and SolidWorks Develop machine layouts, GA drawings, part drawings, BOMs , and assembly drawings Work closely with automation, electrical, and control teams for PLC/servo/pneumatic integration Ensure designs comply with GMP, FDA, hygiene, safety, and industry standards Support manufacturing, fabrication, machining, and assembly teams during machine build Participate in machine trials, FAT, SAT, commissioning, and troubleshooting Optimize machine designs for cost, performance, reliability, and ease of maintenance Handle customer-specific customization and project documentation Coordinate with procurement and vendors for bought-out components Ensure adherence to project timelines and quality standards Preferred candidate profile Strong knowledge of machine design for processing & packaging equipment Hands-on experience in SPM machines and automation systems Proficient in AutoCAD and SolidWorks (mandatory) Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, servo systems, conveyors, filling, sealing, labeling, and packaging mechanisms Understanding of materials (SS304/SS316), machining, fabrication, and manufacturing processes Familiarity with GMP, hygiene design, pharma & food compliance standards Basic understanding of PLC, sensors, actuators, and control systems (coordination level) Experience Requirement: Minimum 5 years of proven experience in: Food processing machinery Pharma packaging or processing machines Chemical processing/packaging equipment Special Purpose Machines (SPM) with automation