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 applicationsaa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a