Automation Design Engineer - Robotics & Manufacturing

DuPont; Wilmington, Northern (DE, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

DuPont is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to develop and integrate electromechanical systems for safe, reliable, scalable manufacturing automation. This hands-on role designs custom equipment, improves existing machinery, and integrates off-the-shelf systems into production.

You will create 3D CAD models, perform analyses, define interfaces with robots, PLCs, sensors, and safety systems, and support FAT/SAT, commissioning, and startup activities at sites in Valley View, OH and Wilmington,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience with automated manufacturing equipment and automation integration.
• Experience with industrial robotics and electromechanical systems.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop automation equipment and robotic systems.
• Integrate automation technologies into manufacturing processes.
• Create 3D CAD models, layouts, drawings, and BOMs.
• Perform mechanical analyses, sizing, and calculations.
• Define interfaces with robots, PLCs, sensors, actuators, and safety systems.
• Build, test, troubleshoot, and validate prototypes and production equipment.
• Support design reviews, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and best practices.
• Manage multiple projects meeting quality, cost, and schedule goals.
• Travel to manufacturing and supplier sites as required.

Skills

Mechanical design

Automation integration

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Communications skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

DuPont is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to develop and integrate electromechanical systems for safe, reliable, scalable manufacturing automation. This hands-on role designs custom equipment, improves existing machinery, and integrates off-the-shelf systems into production.

You will create 3D CAD models, perform analyses, define interfaces with robots, PLCs, sensors, and safety systems, and support FAT/SAT, commissioning, and startup activities at sites in Valley View, OH and Wilmington,