Sr Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Redwing, MN | Direct Hire | $110,000-140,000

Konik is partnering with a well-respected manufacturing company specializing in automation equipment. We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced machinery from concept through production. This is a hands-on role that combines technical engineering leadership, mechanical design expertise, and cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing, controls, project management, and leadership teams.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment and enjoys seeing mechanical systems come to life through prototyping, testing, and full-scale production.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of custom automation machinery from concept through production release.
• Create detailed mechanical models, assemblies, layouts, and manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks.
• Develop innovative machine concepts focused on reliability, manufacturability, efficiency, and cost performance.
• Serve as technical lead on complex engineering projects and mentor junior engineers and designers.
• Collaborate with controls engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, project management, and service teams throughout project lifecycle.
• Conduct design reviews, risk assessments, tolerance analysis, and troubleshooting activities.
• Support prototype builds, machine testing, debugging, and customer acceptance activities.
• Oversee BOM development, component selection, and maintain engineering documentation.
• Ensure projects meet schedule, budget, quality, and customer requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for machine performance, standardization, and engineering processes.
• Interface directly with customers when needed to support technical discussions and project execution.

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of mechanical design experience in automated equipment, machine design, or custom industrial equipment.
• Strong experience designing high-speed automated machinery
• Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD software.
• Experience with machine design principles including pneumatics, servo motion systems, conveyance systems, robotics integration, mechanical power transmission, and fabricated assemblies.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication processes.
• Experience leading engineering projects and mentoring technical teams.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be comfortable working on-site regularly to support engineering and production activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of automation integration and controls interfaces.
• Experience supporting machine commissioning and installation activities.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, engineering change processes, and project tracking tools.
• Exposure to customer-facing engineering support or applications engineering.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Career growth and leadership development opportunities.

Konik is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.