Automation Mechanical Engineer - Custom Systems Design

Samuel, Son & Co.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Samuel Automation is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to craft custom automated equipment for diverse manufacturing tasks. You will design, analyze, and refine components and subsystems, ensuring they meet contract specs and ANSI standards.

You will mentor junior designers, collaborate with project managers, and present updates to customers. SolidWorks proficiency and strong communication skills are essential for success in an agile environment.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary engineering education in mechanical design or equivalent (BSME preferred).
• 3–7 years of solid modeling experience in industrial automation, with proficiency in designing and detailing machined/fabricated parts to ANSI standards.
• Ability to travel to customer sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Create custom automated equipment designs to contract specs and applicable design standards while meeting material budgets.
• Perform engineering calculations related to strength, speeds, horsepower, temperature, pressure and force for machine designs.
• Analyze drawings and specs to determine shape, dimensions and materials.
• Evaluate feasibility of sequential machine operations and provide technical direction during debugging.
• Mentor junior designers and coordinate with project managers on status and issues.

Skills

Mechanical design

Solid modeling

Communication

Education

BSME

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Samuel Automation is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to craft custom automated equipment for diverse manufacturing tasks. You will design, analyze, and refine components and subsystems, ensuring they meet contract specs and ANSI standards.

You will mentor junior designers, collaborate with project managers, and present updates to customers. SolidWorks proficiency and strong communication skills are essential for success in an agile environment.