Mechanical Design Engineer

Aegis Worldwide; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Aegis Worldwide is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design and development of custom machinery and industrial equipment in Warren, MI. You will create 3D models, drawings, and BOMs, and own designs from concept through installation.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in mechanical design, strong knowledge of solid modeling, and expertise in motion systems, actuators, and fabrication processes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Strong background designing custom machinery, special machines, automation, or industrial equipment.
• Advanced experience with SolidWorks and 3D parametric modeling.
• Strong understanding of machining, fabrication, welding, and assembly processes.
• Experience performing mechanical engineering calculations.
• Experience with motion systems and mechanical actuators is highly preferred.
• Ability to independently manage complex mechanical design projects.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience leading design reviews or mentoring engineers preferred.
• FEA or engineering analysis software experience is a plus.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work directly with customers and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop custom machinery, special machines, and industrial equipment.
• Create complex 3D models, assemblies, manufacturing drawings, and BOMs.
• Take ownership of mechanical designs from initial development through manufacturing, assembly, testing, and installation.
• Perform engineering calculations including load analysis, motor sizing, torque, stress, and deflection.
• Design and select mechanical components, motion systems, and actuators.
• Review designs and drawings for functionality, manufacturability, and accuracy.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and design issues during manufacturing, assembly, testing, and field installation.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Operations, Purchasing, Quality, Project Management, suppliers, and customers.
• Lead technical and design reviews.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers.
• Identify potential design risks and recommend solutions before they impact the project.

Skills

Senior mechanical design

10+ years experience

Troubleshooting

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

3D parametric modeling

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design and development of custom machinery and industrial equipment. This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in special machines, motion systems, automation, and complex mechanical assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop custom machinery, special machines, and industrial equipment
• Create complex 3D models, assemblies, manufacturing drawings, and BOMs
• Take ownership of mechanical designs from initial development through manufacturing, assembly, testing, and installation
• Perform engineering calculations including load analysis, motor sizing, torque, stress, and deflection
• Design and select mechanical components, motion systems, and actuators
• Review designs and drawings for functionality, manufacturability, and accuracy
• Troubleshoot mechanical and design issues during manufacturing, assembly, testing, and field installation
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Operations, Purchasing, Quality, Project Management, suppliers, and customers
• Lead technical and design reviews
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers
• Identify potential design risks and recommend solutions before they impact the project

Qualifications

• 10+ years of mechanical design experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
• Strong background designing custom machinery, special machines, automation, or industrial equipment
• Advanced experience with SolidWorks and 3D parametric modeling
• Strong understanding of machining, fabrication, welding, and assembly processes
• Experience performing mechanical engineering calculations
• Experience with motion systems and mechanical actuators is highly preferred
• Ability to independently manage complex mechanical design projects
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Experience leading design reviews or mentoring engineers preferred
• FEA or engineering analysis software experience is a plus
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work directly with customers and suppliers