Machine Design Engineer

A bit about us:

We are a leading manufacturer in Southern California, with a global presence as well. We've been experiencing growth year-over-year and have not stopped. With over 40 years in business, we've become a leader within various markets: Aerospace, Defense, space, and others.

If you're looking for a company with the utmost stability and upward growth, please continue to read and apply!

Why join us?

If you're looking for a company with the utmost stability and upward growth, please continue to read and apply!

• 40+ years of stability and reputation amongst the community
• Excellent benefits and long term profit sharing potential
• Massive opportunity to move up -- with over 2000 employees, we continue to promote from within
• Competitive pay + competitive bonus programs yearly
• Employer Paid Health Benefits

Job Details

We are looking for an Automation/Machine Design Engineer to help design, develop, and improve custom automation equipment used in manufacturing. This role combines mechanical design, electrical systems, and industrial automation to develop equipment that meets production and engineering requirements.

The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on problem-solving, designing mechanical components, and working with automation technology from the initial concept through testing and implementation.

What You'll Do:

Design and develop custom automated equipment and mechanical assemblies.

Create 3D models, engineering drawings, and bills of materials using SolidWorks or Fusion 360.

Design and work with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

Help develop equipment specifications and determine the best approach for each project.

Read, interpret, and prepare engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.

Program, troubleshoot, and support PLC controllers and HMI systems.

Test equipment and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.

Prepare equipment manuals and other technical documentation.

Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance, reliability, and manufacturing processes.

Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to bring equipment designs to life.

What We're Looking For:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

Experience with 3D CAD software

Understanding of mechanical design principles, including tolerances, gears, vibration, and material selection.

Knowledge of manufacturing processes and the equipment design lifecycle.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and schematics.

Strong problem-solving, organizational, and technical documentation skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Ability to handle multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Experience designing or supporting custom machinery and automated equipment.

Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, relays, and industrial control systems.

Experience with PLC programming, logic development, or troubleshooting.

Exposure to industrial electrical control panels.

Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

Experience with process improvement or manufacturing automation.

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