Mechanical Design Engineer

PROLIM Corporation; Lewis Center (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PROLIM Corporation is seeking an experienced Mechanical Tool Designer to create and optimize manufacturing automation systems, fixtures, tooling, conveyors, and automated equipment. The ideal candidate will design production-ready mechanical systems and review designs for manufacturability.

The role requires strong proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD, plus 5–7 years of mechanical design experience, with responsibilities spanning from concept through BOM creation, vendor coordination, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5–7 years of mechanical design/tool design experience.
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Experience with manufacturing automation and machine design.
• Experience with high-speed automation line design.
• Knowledge of conveyors and material handling equipment.
• Familiarity with designing jigs, fixtures, tooling, and SPMs.
• Knowledge of pneumatic, servo, and robotic systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop manufacturing automation systems and process improvements.
• Design conveyors, material handling equipment, and transfer mechanisms.
• Develop pick-and-place systems using pneumatic, servo, and robotics.
• Integrate robotic automation for assembly, packaging, and inspection.
• Create jigs, fixtures, tooling, and inspection equipment.
• Develop high-speed automation lines and select components.
• Perform strength, speed, force, and temperature calculations.
• Prepare drawings and BOMs using AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Coordinate with customers, vendors, and engineering teams.
• Support machine debugging, testing, and troubleshooting.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Manufacturing automation

Machine design

High-speed automation

Pneumatic systems

Robotic systems

LM Guides

Servo motors

Sensors

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Tool Designer with strong expertise in manufacturing automation, machine design, tooling, material handling, and high-speed automation systems. The ideal candidate will be proficient in SolidWorks and AutoCAD and experienced in designing production-ready mechanical systems, fixtures, tooling, conveyors, and automated equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop manufacturing automation systems, assembly automation, machine integration, and process optimization solutions.
• Design conveyor systems, material handling equipment, transfer mechanisms, and SPMs.
• Develop pick-and-place systems using pneumatic, servo, and robotic technologies.
• Design and integrate robotic automation for assembly, machine tending, packaging, inspection, and material handling.
• Design jigs, fixtures, tooling, and inspection equipment for manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Develop high-speed automation lines and select appropriate components.
• Perform engineering calculations involving strength of materials, speed, horsepower, force, pressure, temperature, and other machine-design parameters.
• Prepare working drawings, detail drawings, assemblies, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) using AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Select standard mechanical components such as LM Guides, servo motors, sensors, pneumatic components, and other purchased parts.
• Evaluate designs for compliance with OSHA, CE, ISO, and customer-specific standards.
• Review drawings for dimensions, materials, machining methods, finishes, hardness, and manufacturability.
• Coordinate with customers, vendors, fabricators, machinists, toolmakers, electricians, programmers, and engineering teams.
• Support machine debug, integration, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Review machine sequences and operations with controls/programming teams.
• Provide technical guidance and periodically coordinate the work of a 10–12 member design team.
• Communicate project progress, resource requirements, and estimated timelines to project/design management.
• Assist with developing and maintaining mechanical design and department standards.

Required Skills

• 5–7 years of mechanical design/tool design experience
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Manufacturing automation and machine design experience
• Experience with high-speed automation line design
• Experience with bowl feeder selection
• Experience with conveyors and material handling equipment
• Experience designing jigs, fixtures, tooling, and SPMs
• Knowledge of pneumatic, servo, and robotic systems
• Knowledge of sensor selection and electrical devices such as switches, load cells, and LVDTs
• Knowledge of standard component selection, including LM Guides, servo motors, etc.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design calculations and manufacturing processes
• Ability to conceptualize and develop solutions for complex mechanical design requirements
• Strong communication and team coordination skills