Automation & Integration Mechanical Designer

Applied Controls, Inc.

Exton (PA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Applied Controls, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Designer to join the Integration team. You will transform customer requirements and site conditions into fully engineered automation solutions, including layouts, tooling, fixturing, and fabrication-ready documentation.

You will collaborate with engineering, controls, and project teams from concept through installation, emphasizing design quality, manufacturability, and clear documentation for customers. Strong CAD proficiency and GD&T are essential.

Qualifications

3-5 years mechanical design experience in automation, equipment design, or custom manufacturing environments.
Proven experience taking designs from concept through fabrication, assembly, and installation.
Experience designing tooling, fixtures, or custom mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

Develop 3D models and fabrication drawings for automation systems, tooling, fixtures, guarding, and structural assemblies using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks).
Design components with manufacturability, cost, and durability in mind (sheet metal, machined parts, welded structures).
Create and maintain BOMs to support sourcing and procurement.
Apply GD&T principles to ensure designs are manufacturable and inspectable.
Perform engineering analysis (FEA or hand calculations) to validate safety factors.