Mechanical Design Engineer

Pasona N A, Inc.; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasona N A, Inc. in Georgetown, KY is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and manage automation and material-handling projects from concept through installation and start-up. You will work with customers and internal teams to support fabrication, assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning, with travel up to 35%.

The role requires SolidWorks and AutoCAD proficiency, strong project management and communication skills, and Japanese language ability for project coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Japanese language ability required for project communication.
• SolidWorks and AutoCAD proficiency.
• Experience with mechanical design of automated or robotic equipment.
• Understanding of PLC/HMI-controlled machinery.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 35%.

Responsibilities

• Design material-handling and automation systems, including conveyors, robotic systems, machinery, and AGVs.
• Create 3D models, parts, and assemblies using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Manage multiple projects from design through fabrication, installation, and start-up.
• Meet with customers to review requirements, designs, and equipment.
• Oversee internal and outsourced fabrication, assembly, and equipment testing.
• Support machine/robotic system troubleshooting and commissioning.
• Select components/equipment and prepare purchase requisitions.
• Prepare cost estimates, quotations, and customer documentation.
• Coordinate with electrical, controls, sales, suppliers, and fabrication teams.
• Support projects involving PLC/HMI-controlled equipment.
• Maintain project schedules and budgets.

Skills

Japanese language

Project management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Georgetown, KY

Compensation: $85,000 annually

Employment Type: Full-Time, On-site

Travel: Up to 35%

Japanese language ability required

Position Summary

The Mechanical Design Engineer will design and manage automation and material-handling projects from concept through installation and start-up. This role works closely with customers and internal electrical and sales teams and supports equipment fabrication, assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning. Japanese language ability is required for relevant project coordination and communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Design material-handling and automation systems, including conveyors, robotic systems, machinery, and AGVs.
• Create 3D models, parts, and assemblies using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Manage multiple projects from design through fabrication, installation, and start-up.
• Meet with customers to review requirements, designs, and equipment.
• Oversee internal and outsourced fabrication, assembly, and equipment testing.
• Support machine/robotic system troubleshooting and commissioning.
• Select components/equipment and prepare purchase requisitions.
• Prepare cost estimates, quotations, and customer documentation.
• Coordinate with electrical, controls, sales, suppliers, and fabrication teams.
• Support projects involving PLC/HMI-controlled equipment.
• Maintain project schedules and budgets.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Japanese language ability required for project-related communication.
• SolidWorks and AutoCAD proficiency.
• Experience with mechanical/machine design, including automated or robotic equipment.
• Understanding of PLC/HMI-controlled machinery and electromechanical systems.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 35%.

Preferred:

• Automotive manufacturing experience.
• Experience with conveyors, robotics, AGVs, and custom machinery.
• Knowledge of pneumatics and equipment guarding.
• Experience with equipment installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning.