Automation Design Engineer

Paligen Tech; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401k with company matching

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Paligen Technologies is seeking an Automation Design Engineer to serve as a technical specialist in automation and mechanical equipment design. You will drive specifications from concept through final drawings, and independently influence technical approaches with clients.

The role requires leadership across complex projects, strong problem-solving, and the ability to obtain a Secret DoD clearance. Experience with 3D CAD and manufacturing processes is essential, with a drive to promote core

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering; 7+ years of experience or equivalent.
• Defense or Aerospace industry experience.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Engineering calculations expertise (tolerance, thermo/structure).
• 3D CAD tools mastery (SolidWorks/Creo).
• Proficient with MS Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
• Ability to obtain a Secret DoD clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering leadership across major projects with integrity and professionalism.
• Offer system engineering support to multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proactively communicate and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Lead development of Statements of Work, estimates, and project plans.
• Develop new technical methods aligned with state-of-the-art tech.
• Review results ensuring completeness and alignment with objectives.
• Lead presentations to internal teams, customers, and partners.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

BS degree in Engineering

Master's degree or PhD in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

CAD tools

ASME Y14.5

CETOL Six Sigma

Job description

At Paligen Technologies, our drive for success is strengthened knowing each of us supports the U.S. warfighter and modernizes the U.S. defense industrial base.

We support each team member with a comprehensive benefits package that fosters growth and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• 401k with company matching
• Paid time off
• Holidays

01. Our Vision

To transform industry through innovation in manufacturing and engineering solutions.

Open Positions

Location: Kansas City, MO

Job Id:309

# of Openings:0

Job Family:Engineering

Company Name:McCormick Stevenson

Position Title:Automation Design Engineer Job Family:Engineering Company Name:McCormick Stevenson Location: On site - Clearwater, FL McCormick Stevenson, subsidiary of Paligen Technologies, is seeking an experienced Automation Design Engineer to serve as a technical specialist for the company in the design of automation and mechanical equipment. The Automation Design Engineer will: provide creative and original thinking in the design process from the definition of a specification to the approval of final drawings, act independently to recommend changes in the technical approach or emphasis of projects, provide direct communication of unique and innovative practices between the company and the client, provide technical guidance and training to engineering staff, and promote company core values throughout the work force.

Responsibilities:

• Provide simultaneous engineering team leadership and subject matter expertise across major projects of considerable scope and complexity, with the highest degree of integrity, commitment, and professionalism.
• Provide system engineering support to multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Proactively communicate and collaborate with internal and external team members.
• Lead the development of Statements of Work, estimates, and project execution plans. Provide technical leadership in the development of proposals and white papers.
• Conceive, plan, and develop new technical methods or approaches as warranted by advancements in state-of-the-art technology.
• Thoroughly review all technical results developed by project teams to determine if outputs are complete, correct, integrated with project objectives, and adequately documented.
• Lead presentations of engineering work to internal teams, customers, and partners.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• BS degree from an accredited engineering college a minimum of 7 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Defense or Aerospace industry experience.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Expertise in performing engineering calculations (tolerance analysis, first-order thermal and structural calculations).
• Mastery of 3D CAD tools.
• Mastery of Microsoft Office PowerPoint, Word, Excel.
• Expertise in interpretation of engineering documentation (drawings, parts lists, change orders, specifications, etc.).
• Must have the ability to obtain a Secret DoD clearance.

Preferred:

• Experience in automation and controls.
• Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering.
• SolidWorks and/or Creo Mastery.
• ASME Y14.5 Mastery.
• CETOL Six Sigma Mastery.
• Experience with manufacturing processes and equipment.

Other Requirements:

• Travel:Up to 20% of total time to support customer locations.
• Work Environment:Office work environmentwith travel to customer manufacturing facilities.
• Background Investigation/Drug Screen/US Person:Required

Paligen Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value the unique skills and capabilities that our team members bring to our mission. We make all hiring and employment decisions based solely on individual qualifications, merit, and business needs. We strictly prohibit discrimination, ensuring a fair and objective selection process for all applicants.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.