Mechanical Engineer

This position is an onsite, in-office role based in Minneapolis, MN and is not eligible for relocation assistance.

IPG Photonics is revolutionizing the laser industry as the pioneering developer and leading producer of fiber lasers and amplifiers. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA, IPG has over 4,800 employees in more than 30 locations around the world. We aspire to work together with our employees and customers to apply light in ways that improve life.


Our mission is to develop innovative laser solutions to make the world a better place. To accomplish this mission, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent and an engaged, diverse, and thriving workforce that drives a sustainable future for our company and society.

Working at IPG Photonics you can expect challenging projects, a motivating and friendly environment, and competitive benefits.

Job Summary

This position requires the skills and experience in the design and documentation of Mechanical systems manufactured by IPG Systems. Work skills and discipline are required to complete specific engineering tasks and will work closely with other Engineering personnel. You will be utilizing multiple engineering skills including design of mechanical structures, motion systems and electrical/pneumatic controls systems for robotic mechanism. The successful candidate must have a sense of accountability to ensure that equipment developed by IPG Systems is responsive to the needs of customers, cost effective, and delivered in a timely manner.

Job Functions

• Responsible for Mechanical CAD design and development
• Analyze product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine design requirements for manufacturability as defined by existing processes and methods
• Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specification
• Maintain documentation associated within a project including engineering change notices, bills of materials, detailed CAD models and associated component drawings.
• Create and maintain part numbers and BOM's in the IPG ERP system
• Directly involved in the transfer of hardware designs to manufacturing

• BS Mechanical Engineering and 3 - 5 years' experience, preferably with machine/system design experience
• Experience with 3D design tools such as SolidWorks (preferred)
• Ability to apply knowledge of engineering principles to design components and mechanisms
• Experience with MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio)
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) required for interaction within group, with customers, R&D, and international colleagues
• Ability to multi-task and balance multiple projects of varying scope and complexity

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