Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

HireTalent - Staffing & Recruiting Firm; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing and recruiting firm is seeking a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer for Automation Systems in Plano, Texas. This in-person role requires experience in designing automated systems, with a focus on prototyping and safety compliance. The ideal candidate will possess extensive SolidWorks knowledge and a strong background in machine design, contributing to innovative solutions in industries like food processing and restaurants. Join a team committed to advancing automation technology with opportunities for overtime during heavy design weeks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of SolidWorks experience.
• 10+ years’ experience in automated machine design.
• Ability to design systems independently from concept to detailed design.

Responsibilities

• Lead system design and testing for automation systems.
• Collaborate on integration with control and electrical systems.
• Oversee prototyping and design compliance with standards.

Skills

SolidWorks

Automation Design

System Design

Prototyping

Robotics Safety

Job description

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Lead Mechanical Design Engineer for Automation Systems

Daily in-person role, no travel expected, but expecting M-F 40+ hours in our labs!

OT optionally available, up to 10 hours per week during heavy design weeks!

Skills

• MUST BE hands-on & interested in helping build/prototype and test solutions!
• Minimum 5+ years of SolidWorks experience.
• 10+ years’ experience doing automated machine design with at least 5+ years being the lead/primary designer
• Ability to design the full system from concept to detailed design independently!
• Automation experience with steppers & servo motors, sensors, complex motion systems, or robots.
• Ability to estimate and specify automation components for designs.
• Experience integrating designs with control/electrical systems.
• Familiarity with machinery/automation/robotics safety and ergonomic design.

Preferred

• Experience with automated sorting or pick & place systems.
• Design compliance experience with FDA/NSF and/or ANSI/ISO standards.
• Food/Kitchen Equipment or Food Processing Equipment design experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Engineering and Manufacturing

Industries

• Restaurants