Mechanical Design Engineer

Diversified Recruitment Services, LLC; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Diversified Recruitment Services, LLC seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to develop custom automation equipment from concept to installation. You will collaborate with program managers, controls engineers, and customers to deliver robust, cost-effective mechanical solutions and produce complete manufacturing drawings.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in automation or machine-building environments, strong SolidWorks skills, and the ability to travel for design reviews and field

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of mechanical design in automation or custom machinery.
• Experience designing automated equipment and tooling with SolidWorks.
• Ability to travel up to 20% to customer sites for design reviews and support.
• Ability to create complete manufacturing drawing packages.

Responsibilities

• Design custom automation equipment, machinery, mechanisms, tooling, fixtures, and EOL testing systems.
• Develop mechanical designs from concepts and requirements provided by Program Management and customers.
• Use SolidWorks to create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and production-ready drawings.
• Prepare complete drawing packages for fabrication and assembly, including dimensions and tolerances.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Controls Engineers, and manufacturing teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with design methodologies and ensure integration with controls and pneumatic components.
• Work with shop personnel to resolve design and fabrication issues.
• Develop mechanical solutions for production and manufacturing challenges.
• Design for reliability, maintainability, manufacturability, and cost effectiveness.
• Support installation, startup, and troubleshooting at customer facilities.
• Improve legacy mechanical designs and communicate with suppliers on components and materials.

Skills

Mechanical design

Automation experience

Design for manufacturability

Customer specs

Travel willingness

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SolidWorks

3D modeling software

Job description

The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for the design and development of custom automation equipment, machinery, mechanisms, tooling, and End-of-Line (EOL) testing systems. This position works closely with Program Managers, Controls Engineers, manufacturing teams, customers, and external engineers to develop robust, cost-effective mechanical solutions from concept through build and installation. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience within an automation or machine‑building environment and strong proficiency with SolidWorks.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of mechanical design experience within an automation, custom machine build, or systems integration environment
• Strong SolidWorks experience designing automated equipment, machinery, mechanisms, fixtures, and/or tooling
• Experience creating complete manufacturing and assembly drawing packages
• Strong understanding of raw materials, fabrication processes, tolerances, and design for manufacturability
• Ability to evaluate customer specifications, quotations, and technical documentation and translate requirements into mechanical designs
• Ability to travel up to 20% to customer sites for design reviews, data collection, installation, and project support

Key Responsibilities

• Design custom automation equipment, machinery, mechanisms, tooling, fixtures, and EOL testing systems
• Develop mechanical designs from concepts and requirements provided by Program Management, customers, and engineering teams
• Use SolidWorks to create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and production-ready drawings
• Prepare complete and accurate drawing packages for fabrication and assembly, including dimensions, tolerances, and required documentation
• Work closely with Project Managers, Controls Engineers, manufacturing teams, and customers throughout the project lifecycle
• Collaborate with Controls Engineers to ensure proper mechanical and controls integration, including pneumatic component selection
• Partner with shop and manufacturing personnel before and during equipment builds to resolve design and fabrication issues
• Develop mechanical solutions for production and manufacturing challenges
• Design equipment with reliability, maintainability, manufacturability, and cost effectiveness in mind
• Support installation, startup, and troubleshooting of equipment at customer facilities
• Support and improve legacy mechanical designs
• Communicate with suppliers regarding components, materials, and design requirements
• Apply established engineering standards, processes, and best practices
• Share design methodologies, standards, productivity tools, and lessons learned across the engineering organization
• Mentor less experienced designers and assist with concept development and design methodologies

Education

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate or bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to develop creative, robust, and economical design solutions
• Knowledge of fabrication methods, machining, welding, and equipment assembly
• Experience designing for efficient fabrication and assembly
• Ability to identify missing information and resolve technical requirements before beginning detailed design
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced machine-build environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, manufacturing, project management, customers, and suppliers
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of working with minimal technical supervision
• Commitment to quality, integrity, safety, and cost-effective engineering practices