Machine Design Engineer

We are supporting a client who designs automated systems for customers in aerospace, medical device, and advanced manufacturing. They are looking for a Mechanical Engineer with a strong machine design background who enjoys working across the full lifecycle of a system from concept and CAD to assembly, testing, and customer support.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a less-structured environment, wears multiple hats, and likes seeing their designs physically built and tested.

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Location: Eden Prairie, MN
Salary: 90-125k

What You’ll Do

• Design industrial heating and automated systems (approx. 75% design-focused role)
• Create machine designs from scratch, including frames, mounting structures, and assemblies
• Select mechanical components and materials and support quoting and cost estimation
• Develop systems for:
  • Infrared and industrial heating
  • Heating equipment for extruders
  • High-speed, high-temperature test systems for aerospace customers
  • Custom benches and equipment for medical device manufacturing, including catheter and stent finishing (electropolishing)
• Work on a mix of:
  • Repeat systems (~70%)
  • Fully custom designs (~30%)
• Build and assemble the systems you design
• Perform checkout, testing, and troubleshooting
• Run basic simulations and analyses to validate designs

What We’re Looking For

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical or machine design is targeted
• Hands-on experience with automated systems or industrial equipment
• Strong CAD skills (SolidWorks or similar)
• Experience selecting components and designing for manufacturability

Why This Role?

• Direct ownership of designs from concept to build
• High exposure to custom machine design
• Small team with minimal bureaucracy
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace and medical device applications