Job Description

Senior Design Engineer & Costing Engineer - Racking & Shelving Industry

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced

Senior Design Engineer & Costing Engineer

to join our team in the

Racking and Shelving Industry

. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical engineering background with hands-on experience in

designing, engineering, and costing industrial racking and shelving systems

for warehouse, logistics, and commercial applications.

This role involves

end-to-end responsibility

for product design, technical validation, estimation, and cost optimization while ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.

Key ResponsibilitiesDesign & Engineering

Lead the design and development of racking and shelving systems from concept to production, including pallet racking, shelving, mezzanines, and customized storage solutions. Analyze customer requirements, site conditions, load capacities, and layout constraints to develop optimized design solutions. Prepare and review engineering drawings, technical specifications, and

Bills of Materials (BOM)

. Conduct design calculations, simulations, and testing to ensure compliance with safety, load, and performance standards. Continuously improve existing designs to enhance performance, safety, manufacturability, and cost efficiency. Provide technical support to production, installation, and project teams during manufacturing and execution. Stay updated with industry standards, codes, and best practices related to racking and shelving systems.

Costing & Estimation

Prepare

accurate project costing and estimations

based on drawings, BOQs, BOMs, and customer specifications. Calculate material costs, fabrication costs, surface treatment (powder coating/galvanizing), installation, transportation, and overheads. Support the sales team with

techno-commercial inputs

, value engineering, and cost optimization proposals. Analyze cost variances and recommend design or process improvements to meet target pricing and margins. Assist in rate card preparation, pricing strategy, and cost benchmarking against competitors.

Collaboration & Leadership

Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, production, procurement, and operations teams to ensure seamless project execution. Mentor and guide junior engineers, providing technical leadership and design review support. Act as a technical point of contact for customers, consultants, and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in

Mechanical Engineering

or a related field.

3+ years of experience

in design, engineering, and costing within the

racking, shelving, or structural steel industry

. Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles, load calculations, and safety standards. Proficiency in

CAD tools

such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent software. Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes including sheet metal fabrication, welding, and powder coating. Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations (OSHA, ANSI, FEM, IS codes). Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cost-optimization skills. Ability to manage multiple projects independently in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and performance-based growth opportunities. Exposure to large-scale industrial and warehouse projects. Opportunity to work in a growing organization with long-term career advancement.
If you are a

design-driven engineer with strong costing expertise

and a passion for delivering efficient racking and shelving solutions, we encourage you to apply for this role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹480,000.00 - ₹540,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person