Machine Design Engineer - Custom Automation

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Jobot in Culver City seeks a Machine Design Engineer to craft custom automated assembly machinery, production stations, and tooling for high-volume manufacturing.

You will own projects from concept through fabrication, testing, and startup, improving equipment to cut downtime and waste. Strong SolidWorks and GD&T are required along with 5+ years of hands-on design experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of machine design and automation experience.
• Proficient in SolidWorks with large assemblies and drawings.
• Experience designing automated assembly equipment and tooling.
• Knowledge of GD&T, machining, welding, and fabrication processes.
• Familiarity with PLC concepts.
• Ability to work onsite in Culver City.

Responsibilities

• Design custom automated assembly machinery, production stations, fixtures, machine guards, and robotic end-of-arm tooling for high-volume manufacturing.
• Develop tooling, equipment, machinery, and production floor layouts to support new product launches.
• Own projects from concept and 3D modeling through fabrication, assembly, debugging, testing, installation, and startup.
• Improve existing production equipment and processes to reduce downtime, waste, and labor requirements.
• Select and size mechanical, pneumatic, vacuum, and electrical components, including actuators, sensors, bearings, shafts, cams, and linkages.
• Design equipment for operator safety, efficient changeovers, and ease of maintenance.
• Create detailed SolidWorks part and assembly drawings and bills of materials using GD&T and design-for-manufacturing principles.
• Develop prototypes using in-house machining, fabrication, and additive manufacturing resources.
• Evaluate outside equipment suppliers, support purchasing, and oversee contractors fabricating machinery and components.
• Manage multiple project schedules and coordinate with machinists, technicians, controls engineers, and production personnel.
• Write technical reports and equipment procedures; train operators and maintenance teams on new or modified equipment.
• Participate in supplier visits, machine buy-offs, factory audits, and industry trade shows, with travel typically below 10%.

Skills

Machine design

Automation

GD&T

PLC basics

Troubleshooting

SolidWorks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Machine Design Engineer - Custom Automation

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

Machine Design Engineer | $100K–$130K + Discretionary Bonus | Custom Automation & SolidWorks | Culver City

A bit about us:

Founded over four decades ago and based in Culver City, we are a privately held designer and manufacturer of personal protective equipment, including respirators, hearing protection, and safety eyewear. We combine domestic engineering, extensive in-house manufacturing capabilities, and a commitment to innovation to create products that protect workers while delivering comfort, quality, and value. Our products are designed in Culver City, with the vast majority manufactured in the United States.

Why join us:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement & Time Off: 401(k) plan and paid time off.
• Full Project Ownership: Take custom equipment from concept and SolidWorks design through fabrication, testing, and production startup.
• In-House Resources: Access to 3D printing, EDM, CNC, conventional machining, and experienced machinists and technicians.
• Collaborative Engineering: Work closely with controls engineers, machine builders, and production teams.
• Consistent Day Schedule: Monday–Friday onsite, with an earlier start time available.

Job Details

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Design custom automated assembly machinery, production stations, fixtures, machine guards, and robotic end-of-arm tooling for high-volume manufacturing.
• Develop tooling, equipment, machinery, and production floor layouts to support new product launches.
• Own projects from concept and 3D modeling through fabrication, assembly, debugging, testing, installation, and startup.
• Improve existing production equipment and processes to reduce downtime, waste, and labor requirements.
• Select and size mechanical, pneumatic, vacuum, and electrical components, including actuators, sensors, bearings, shafts, cams, and linkages.
• Design equipment for operator safety, efficient changeovers, and ease of maintenance.
• Create detailed SolidWorks part and assembly drawings and bills of materials using GD&T and design-for-manufacturing principles.
• Develop prototypes using in-house machining, fabrication, and additive manufacturing resources.
• Evaluate outside equipment suppliers, support purchasing, and oversee contractors fabricating machinery and components.
• Manage multiple project schedules and coordinate with machinists, technicians, controls engineers, and production personnel.
• Write technical reports and equipment procedures; train operators and maintenance teams on new or modified equipment.
• Participate in supplier visits, machine buy-offs, factory audits, and industry trade shows, with travel typically below 10%.

Qualifications Needed:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of machine design and automation experience, including hands‑on design and implementation of machinery that was built and placed into production.
• Strong SolidWorks proficiency, including large machine assemblies, detailed part drawings, and assembly documentation.
• Experience designing automated assembly or production machinery, tooling, fixtures, and related mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and improve existing manufacturing equipment.
• Machine shop and machine-building experience, with knowledge of machining, welding, fabrication, and assembly processes.
• Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems, sensors, motion control, and automation principles.
• Understanding of PLCs and basic PLC/HMI programming concepts.
• Ability to select and size components and apply GD&T and design-for-manufacturing principles.
• Ability to manage multiple projects from design through production startup and maintain clear technical documentation.
• Ability to work onsite in Culver City, spend time on the production floor and in the machine shop, and meet the position’s physical requirements.
• Availability for occasional travel, typically less than 10%.

Highly Desired:

• Strong project management experience overseeing equipment design, fabrication, installation, and commissioning.
• Experience with robotic end‑of‑arm tooling, packaging machinery, rapid prototyping, and production layout design.

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.

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