Lead Mechanical Engineer - Automation & Robotics

LVI Associates; Van Wert (OH); On-site; USD 119,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Parental Leave

Climate-Controlled Work Environment

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a Van Wert, OH-based role. You will lead the mechanical design of custom automation systems and machinery, develop machine concepts, 3D CAD models, drawings, and component selections, and own projects from concept through startup support.

This role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 5–10 years of relevant experience, with strong CAD and PLM skills, and a willingness to travel up to 25% as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5-10 years of experience designing custom automation equipment or complex machinery.
• Experience owning full machine designs from concept through commissioning.
• Strong background in machine architecture, system integration, and mechanical design.
• Advanced CAD proficiency and experience with PLM/configuration control.
• Ability to lead technical discussions, customer interactions, and cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel up to 10-25% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of custom automation systems, robotics, and machinery projects.
• Develop machine concepts, 3D CAD models, drawings, and component selections.
• Own projects from concept through build, FAT, and startup support.
• Drive design reviews to ensure safety, manufacturability, performance, and reliability.
• Manage technical risks, design tradeoffs, and support project planning/estimating.
• Collaborate with controls, electrical, manufacturing, and project teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Lead technical discussions

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

PLM / configuration control

Job description

LVI Associates is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a Van Wert, OH-based role. You will lead the mechanical design of custom automation systems and machinery, develop machine concepts, 3D CAD models, drawings, and component selections, and own projects from concept through startup support.

This role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 5–10 years of relevant experience, with strong CAD and PLM skills, and a willingness to travel up to 25% as needed.