Lead Mechanical Design Engineer — Custom Automation & Robotics

Top Echelon Software, LLC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-site work environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Top Echelon Software, LLC is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to own ground-up machine architecture for custom robotic cells in Brown Deer, WI. You will design high-speed automated systems, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure production-ready drawings in a 100% SolidWorks environment.

Requires a BSME or 5–10 years of depth in custom equipment design, expert SolidWorks fluency, and US work authorization with local residency near Brown Deer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or 5–10 years of ground-up custom equipment design experience in heavy machinery/high-speed automation.
• Expert fluency in SolidWorks modeling large assemblies and producing production-ready drawings.
• Practical understanding of welding, material selection, machining tolerances, and manufacturing processes.
• Proven history of managing projects, schedules, and budgets with strong tenure.
• US citizenship or Green Card with local residency within driving radius of Brown Deer, WI.

Responsibilities

• Lead ground-up machine architecture for high-speed automated machinery and robotic work cells.
• Develop concepts and collaborate with Project Managers to brainstorm cost-effective, high-performance solutions.
• Break down design scopes into milestones and coordinate with internal detailers and external fabricators.
• Integrate fluid power and drive systems using hydraulics, pneumatics, and servo components.
• Conduct early design reviews to ensure safety, ergonomics, and shop release readiness.
• Serve as technical contact for global clients and manage BOM releases on the assembly floor.

Skills

SolidWorks

Leadership

Project management

Education

BSME or 5–10 years ground-up design

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Top Echelon Software, LLC is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to own ground-up machine architecture for custom robotic cells in Brown Deer, WI. You will design high-speed automated systems, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure production-ready drawings in a 100% SolidWorks environment.

Requires a BSME or 5–10 years of depth in custom equipment design, expert SolidWorks fluency, and US work authorization with local residency near Brown Deer.