Hybrid Mechanical Engineering Manager — Automation Tooling

Energy Jobline ZR; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Job summary

Alfa ITG in Detroit is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead the design of custom automation equipment for production manufacturing. You will blend hands-on design with technical leadership to deliver high-quality, standards-compliant solutions for automotive and aerospace clients.

You will mentor junior engineers, review drawings and BOMs, perform load and stress analyses, and coordinate with controls, manufacturing, and customers during design reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 7–12+ years of mechanical design experience in automation or tooling environments.
• Strong 3D CAD skills to design custom tools from concept to detailed design.
• Familiarity with CATIA, NX, Inventor, SolidWorks, AutoCAD; FIDES is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design activities across multiple automation projects.
• Oversee concepts for custom mechanical equipment for manufacturing applications.
• Create 3D models and drawings for fixtures, EOATs, and tooling when required.
• Mentor and supervise mechanical designers and junior engineers.
• Interface with customers during design reviews and technical discussions.
• Support build, debugging, and launch activities; ensure OEM standards compliance.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D modeling

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor

Tools

CATIA

NX

Inventor

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

FIDES

Job description

Alfa ITG in Detroit is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead the design of custom automation equipment for production manufacturing. You will blend hands-on design with technical leadership to deliver high-quality, standards-compliant solutions for automotive and aerospace clients.

You will mentor junior engineers, review drawings and BOMs, perform load and stress analyses, and coordinate with controls, manufacturing, and customers during design reviews.