Machine Design Engineer

Jobot; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a hands-on Machine Design Engineer in Culver City, CA, to design tooling, machinery, and production floor layouts that support new and existing products. You will drive equipment projects from concept through fabrication, testing, installation, and start-up, collaborating with machinists, technicians, controls engineers, production teams, and external vendors.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of machine design/automation experience, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years of machine design and automation experience in production equipment.
• Strong SolidWorks skills and ability to produce detailed drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design custom automated assembly equipment, production stations, fixtures, guards, and robot grippers.
• Develop equipment and tooling to bring new products into production.
• Troubleshoot and improve existing equipment to reduce downtime, waste, and labor.
• Select and size mechanical and pneumatic components, actuators, sensors, vacuum systems, bearings, shafts, and linkages.
• Create detailed part and assembly drawings, bills of materials, and procedures in SolidWorks.
• Apply GD&T and DFM principles to support fabrication and maintenance.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors on equipment and fabrication.
• Manage multiple projects, track schedules, and support equipment start-ups and operator training.

Skills

Machine design

Automation

Troubleshooting

Project management

Communication

Documentation

Fabrication processes

Electrical systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Machine Design Engineer

$100000 - $130000 per year | Culver City, CA | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

We are an established manufacturer and distributor of personal protective equipment, including earplugs, respirators, masks, and safety glasses. Our engineering team supports the development of new products and the equipment and processes needed to manufacture them.

We're seeking a hands-on Machine Design Engineer to design tooling, machinery, and production floor layouts that support new and existing products. You'll take equipment projects from concept and SolidWorks design through fabrication, debugging, testing, and installation, working closely with machinists, technicians, controls engineers, production teams, and outside vendors.

Why join us?

The base salary range is $100,000-$130,000, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications. The role is also eligible for a discretionary bonus. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Job Details

What You’ll Do

• Design custom automated assembly equipment, production stations, fixtures, guards, and robot grippers.
• Develop equipment and tooling to bring new products and designs into production.
• Troubleshoot and improve existing equipment to reduce downtime, waste, and labor.
• Select and size mechanical and pneumatic components, including actuators, sensors, vacuum systems, bearings, shafts, and linkages.
• Create detailed part and assembly drawings, bills of materials, and technical procedures in SolidWorks.
• Apply GD&T and design-for-manufacturing principles to support fabrication, assembly, and maintenance.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors on equipment, parts, and fabrication.
• Manage multiple projects, track schedules, and support equipment start-ups and operator training.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• At least five years of machine design and automation experience, including automated assembly or production machinery that was built and put into production.
• Strong SolidWorks skills, including modeling large machine assemblies and producing detailed drawings.
• Experience troubleshooting and improving production equipment.
• Familiarity with machine shop and fabrication processes, including machining, welding, and assembly.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems, along with automation concepts such as PLCs, sensors, and motion control.
• Strong project management, analytical, communication, and documentation skills.

Work Environment and Travel

This is an on-site role with time split between design work and the production floor and machine shop. The position involves standing and walking for extended periods, handling parts and tools, and wearing required PPE in designated areas. Occasional travel typically less than 10% may be needed for supplier meetings, equipment buy-offs, factory audits, or trade shows.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.