Mechanical Design Engineer

Tidas, Llc; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Tidas Automation is seeking its first full-time Mechanical Design Engineer to shape design standards and deliver high-quality robotic and conveyor-based automation systems in Louisville, KY. You will work with sales to translate customer needs into innovative mechanical concepts and lead CAD development from concept through fabrication.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years designing automation equipment, strong CAD skills, and a collaborative, detail-oriented mindset to drive successful bids and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) with 3+ years designing automation equipment.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (Inventor or SolidWorks) and 2D AutoCAD required.
• Experience with Fanuc RoboGuide or similar robotic simulation software preferred.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, kinematics, GD&T, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for customer and team interaction.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical automation solutions including robotic systems, conveyors, packaging equipment, and custom machinery.
• Collaborate with sales and applications engineering teams to create innovative concepts for proposals.
• Produce detailed CAD models (3D and 2D), fabrication drawings, and supporting documentation.
• Oversee fabrication and assembly phases, ensuring accuracy, quality, and alignment with objectives.
• Lead customer-facing meetings, providing technical updates, issue tracking, and recommendations.
• Maintain design and project records, including schedules, budgets, and progress reports with photos.
• Support integration of robotics (Fanuc preferred), conveyors, and auxiliary equipment into client systems.
• Partner with suppliers and fabricators to ensure manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and reliability.

Skills

Automation design

CAD Inventor/SolidWorks

2D AutoCAD

Fanuc RoboGuide

Kinematics & Stress

GD&T

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Fanuc RoboGuide

Job description

HQ: 500 Bergman Street
Louisville, KY 40203

Date

September 16, 2025

My Role

Full-time Mechanical Design

Overview

Tidas Automation, a fast-growing automation solutions provider serving packaging, plastics, medical device, food & beverage, automotive, and other industries, is seeking its first full-time Mechanical Design Engineer . This role offers a unique opportunity to help shape the company’s design standards while supporting sales with creative concepts and delivering high-quality robotic and conveyor-based automation systems. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated, precise, and innovative engineer who enjoys solving complex automation challenges in a collaborative team environment and is eager to make a direct impact on the company’s growth.

Key Resposanilities

• Design and develop mechanical automation solutions including robotic systems, conveyors, packaging equipment, and custom machinery.
• Collaborate with sales and applications engineering teams to create innovative concepts that support customer proposals.
• Produce detailed CAD models (3D and 2D), fabrication drawings, and supporting documentation.
• Oversee fabrication and assembly phases, ensuring accuracy, quality, and alignment with project objectives.
• Lead customer-facing meetings, providing technical updates, issue tracking, and solution recommendations.
• Maintain accurate design and project records, including schedules, budgets, and weekly progress reports with photos/demonstrations.
• Support integration of robotics (Fanuc preferred), conveyors, and auxiliary equipment into customer systems.
• Partner with suppliers and fabricators to ensure manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience designing automation equipment, with a focus on robotics and conveyors.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (Inventor or SolidWorks) and 2D AutoCAD.
• Experience with Fanuc RoboGuide or similar robotic simulation software is preferred.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, kinematics, and stress/deflection analysis.
• Knowledge of material selection, GD&T, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for customer and team interaction.

Attributes

• Collaborative and customer-focused – able to listen, understand, and deliver on client needs.
• Driven and detail-oriented – precise in calculations, but also adaptable to creative problem-solving.
• Energetic and positive – fosters a fun, innovative team culture while delivering serious results.
• Organized and disciplined – able to balance urgent tasks with important long-term objectives.
• Challenger mindset – willing to ask questions, challenge assumptions, and bring new ideas forward.

Performance Objectives

• Deliver automation designs that are innovative, practical, and cost-effective.
• Build strong relationships with customers, teammates, and suppliers based on trust and respect.
• Continuously improve Tidas’s design processes, tools, and standards.
• Contribute directly to company growth by creating designs that win bids and delight customers.

This employer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. In accordance with federal employment laws, all applicants have specific rights. For more information, please refer to the Know Your Rights notice issued by the U.S. Department of Labor.