Entry Level- Mechanical Engineer

autostore; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

HSA with company contribution

Paid time off; holidays + parental

401(k) with employer match

Education assistance and mentorship

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

AutoStore seeks a Mechanical Engineer I to contribute to design, development, testing, and support of mechanical systems enabling warehouse automation and customer operations.

You will work with experienced engineers to develop innovative mechanical solutions, support product development, and gain hands-on experience with automation technologies used in real-world environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 0–2 years of engineering experience, including internships or projects.
• Fundamental mechanics, materials, and machine design knowledge.
• 3D CAD fluency: SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, NX.
• Basic drawing and tolerancing understanding.
• Exposure to prototyping, testing, and validation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist design, development, and validation of mechanical components, assemblies, and systems.
• Create and maintain 3D models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
• Support prototype development, assembly, and testing activities.
• Troubleshoot, root-cause analyze, and resolve mechanical issues.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, manufacturing, and field teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Assist with product verification, reliability testing, and design improvements.
• Apply engineering principles and standards to solve technical challenges.
• Support continuous improvement for product performance and manufacturability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Inventor

NX

Job description

AutoStore holds a simple yet powerful vision: to store and move things for everyone, everywhere. Founded in Norway, we've grown into a global technology company. AutoStore uses advanced software to automate and orchestrate order fulfillment. Our goal is to ensure orders arrive faster than ever, with minimal environmental impact. That's how we help brands exceed customer expectations.

We have more than 1600 systems in nearly 60 countries, and we grow continuously as a community of employees, partners, customers, suppliers, and connected technologies. Automation should make life easier, and by listening carefully to our community, we innovate to meet the industry's most complex needs. With AutoStore, brands gain speed, efficiency, and improved workplaces. And much more floor space.

AutoStore - moving things forward.

The Role:

As a Mechanical Engineer I you will contribute to the design, development, testing, and support of mechanical systems that enable warehouse automation and customer operations. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will help develop innovative mechanical solutions, support product development activities, and gain hands‑on experience with automation technologies used in real‑world customer environments.

This role is ideal for an early‑career engineer who is eager to learn, solve complex technical challenges, and contribute to the development of highly reliable automation systems.

Key Tasks a nd Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and validation of mechanical components, assemblies, and systems.
• Create and maintain 3D models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
• Support prototype development, assembly, and testing activities.
• Participate in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of mechanical issues.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, manufacturing, and field engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Assist with product verification, reliability testing, and design improvement initiatives.
• Apply engineering principles and established design standards to solve technical challenges.
• Support continuous improvement efforts focused on product performance, manufacturability, and cost optimization.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute ideas to improve products and processes.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 0-2 years of engineering experience, including internships, co‑op programs, academic projects, or professional experience.
• Fundamental understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including mechanics, materials, and machine design.
• Familiarity with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, NX, or similar tools.
• Basic understanding of mechanical drawings, tolerancing, and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with engineering calculations and analysis techniques.
• Exposure to prototype development, laboratory testing, or mechanical system validation.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
• Must not require visa support to work in the USA

We Offer:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off including 12 holidays, paid exercise time, paid volunteer time, and paid parental leave plans for all new parents
• Retirement 401(k) plan with employer match and discretionary profit sharing contribution
• Educational assistance and professional development programs, including mentorship/coaching programs with external industry leaders
• Additional benefits include Group Life Insurance, Voluntary Additional Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance programs, and more!

AutoStore is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy‑related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.