Mechanical Design Engineer

Clinton Machine, Inc; Ovid (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in machinery design is seeking a Mechanical Machine Designer to work on innovative automated equipment solutions. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in custom machinery design, proficiency in key software like SOLIDWORKS, and strong problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include creating detailed designs, engaging with sales teams for proposals, and ensuring projects meet deadlines and budgets while maintaining quality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in designing custom machinery and automated systems.
• Proficient in detailing & checking drawings, developing machine layouts.
• Knowledge of electro-mechanical components and pneumatic/hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Design various automated equipment and material handling systems.
• Interact with sales & estimating departments for RFQ proposals.
• Analyze equipment designs and provide solutions to manufacturing processes.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T tolerance specifications

Effective communication

Creative problem-solving

Tools

SOLIDWORKS

AUTOCAD

Job description

Immediate position available for a Mechanical Machine Designer for the design of various automated equipment & material handling systems. Candidate should possess 5+ years of experience in designing special custom machinery and automated equipment utilizing 3D Solid modeling software - i.e.,SOLIDWORKS.

Additionally, candidates should be proficient in detailing & checking drawings, as well as developing machine layouts. Candidate should possess skills in blueprint reading, GD&T tolerance specifications, and have general knowledge in designs using "Electro-Mechanical" Components, as well as Pneumatic & Hydraulic Components.

Candidate should possess effective communication skills necessary to interact with both customers and peers; and as required, the designer will work with Sales & Estimating departments to assist in developing Concept Designs and Plant Layout drawings for RFQ proposals & Sales presentations.

Candidate must have strong abilities in analyzing equipment designs & providing creative problem-solving solutions to manufacturing processes. Candidate should be able to multi-task, and work under pressure to keep projects on track, and within cost budgets; as well as meet scheduled completion deadlines and customer commitments.

SKILLS that are a plus for this job:

• AUTOCAD Software Experience, and Project Managing Experience, a (Plus+).
• Knowledgeable in “Electro-mechanical” components + Calculations (i.e., servo-drives, VFD, LVDT systems, etc.).
• Knowledgeable in Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems + Calculations (i.e., cylinders, valves, switches, etc.).
• Knowledgeable in Applications using Robotics & Vision systems.
  
  

Familiarity with aspects of System Controls (i.e., PLCs, HMI Panels, switches, safety systems, etc.