Design Engineer - Furniture Systems (Sheetmetal Design) (Hojai)

Design Engineer
- Sheet Metal & Modular Furniture Systems Location: Bangalore Department: Design / Engineering Experience Required: 4-6 Years About the Role We are looking for a Design Engineer with strong expertise in sheet metal design for production, along with working experience in modular furniture systems. This role is primarily focused on designing fabrication-ready sheet metal components and assemblies, while also contributing to modular furniture design and integration. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working across both domains, with a clear strength in metal design and manufacturing. Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop sheet metal components and assemblies for production.
- Prepare fabrication drawings, flat patterns, bend details, and assembly drawings.
- Design and detail modular furniture systems (workstations, storage, cabinets).
- Generate cutlists, panel drawings, and production drawings for furniture.
- Create and manage BOMs for both metal and panel-based components.
- Optimize designs for manufacturability, cost efficiency, and material utilization.
- Work closely with fabrication, CNC, and installation teams.
- Support prototyping, production issues, and site-level modifications.
- Ensure accuracy in 2D drawings and 3D models for execution. Required Qualifications
- Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- 4-6 years of experience in sheet metal design, with exposure to modular furniture. Required Skills (Must-Have)
- Strong experience in sheet metal design (bending, tolerances, fabrication practices).
- Hands-on knowledge of flat pattern development and press brake considerations.
- Ability to create detailed fabrication drawings and production documentation.
- Working experience in modular furniture / panel-based design.
- Knowledge of cutlists, panel detailing, and furniture hardware systems.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD (mandatory).
- Understanding of manufacturing processes: CNC cutting, bending, welding, assembly. Preferred Skills
- Experience in office furniture systems / workstation design.
- Familiarity with nesting or CNC programming tools.
- Exposure to turnkey interior or project-based execution. Key Competencies
- Robust production-oriented design mindset
- Ability to handle both metal and panel systems in a single design
- High attention to fabrication and detailing accuracy
- Practical problem-solving on shop floor and site What We Offer
- Opportunity to work on fabrication-driven, execution-focused projects
- Exposure to integrated sheet metal and furniture systems
- Growth in a fast-paced, hands-on environment Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.in/job/4mv47w