Automation Project Engineer – Mechanical Systems

Instron; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 91,200 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Instron is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to join our Automation Team, designing custom automation systems for high-profile manufacturers. You will drive engineering projects from concept through delivery, coordinating with engineering, sales, procurement, and manufacturing to meet client requirements.

You will apply SolidWorks for modeling and drawings, oversee schedules and budgets, and help ensure safety and performance across projects.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering with 3+ years in design/manufacturing.
• Project management skills or PMP considered a plus.
• Experience with automation technologies and machine safety is desirable.
• Proficient in SolidWorks for modeling and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design custom automation systems from concept through delivery.
• Lead projects across engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and service.
• Ensure designs meet specifications, schedules, and budgets.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to capture customer requirements.

Skills

Project leadership

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

FEA

Automation

Job description

Instron is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to join our Automation Team, designing custom automation systems for high-profile manufacturers. You will drive engineering projects from concept through delivery, coordinating with engineering, sales, procurement, and manufacturing to meet client requirements.

You will apply SolidWorks for modeling and drawings, oversee schedules and budgets, and help ensure safety and performance across projects.