Mechanical Engineer Automation

Job Description

Job Description

  We’re growing, and we’re looking for someone who wants to grow with us.

This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys hands-on design, likes solving complex problems, and wants to see their work make a visible impact. You’ll have the chance to develop your technical skills, take ownership of projects, and build strong partnerships across teams.

 
What we’re looking for:

Required:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. A Mechatronics focus is a plus.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation design.
• Proficient in SolidWorks and related CAD/CAM computer tools
• Experience sizing actuators, servos, sensors, and pneumatics
• Knowledge of and experience with machining and other fabrication processes.
• Experience applying GD&T principles to part designs and drawings.
• Strong communication skills and experience working with outside vendors and suppliers to ensure parts meet design intent.
• Hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, and debugging.
• Experience with equipment installations and prove-off at customer sites.
• Experience designing robotic automation cells, including reach and cycle analysis, safety, and risk assessment.
  What you’ll do:
• Work with clients and internal teams to develop system concepts, define project requirements, and review project specifications.
• Review client parts, 3D models and drawings to understand part complexity, tolerances and variances.
• Help manage projects, including timelines, budgets, and coordination across teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Design complex machinery with pneumatic and electromechanical components.
• Design and integrate robots, EOAT, feeding devices and material handling cells.
• Lead internal and customer design reviews.
• Conduct risk assessments for machine safety systems and robotic cells.
• Produce high level designs and detail/assembly drawings for manufacturing.
• Partner with Electrical and Controls Engineering teams to support smooth system integration.
• Lead testing and debugging efforts during the build phase, working closely with other teams to identify issues and make adjustments.
• Oversee the building process of the equipment, leading a team of assemblers.
• Support equipment installation and help troubleshoot issues at customer sites when needed.
• Create technical documentation such as test plans and operating manuals.