Mechanical Design Engineer - Automated Equipment

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

Job summary

A mechanical design firm is seeking a Mechanical Machine Designer to create automated equipment and material handling systems. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in designing custom machinery, proficiency in 3D modeling software such as SOLIDWORKS, and strong communication skills to collaborate with sales and estimating teams. This position requires problem-solving abilities and knowledge in hydraulic, pneumatic, and electro-mechanical systems. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite is also necessary.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in designing special custom machinery and automated material handling systems.
• Proficiency in 3D Solid modeling software like SOLIDWORKS.
• Effective communication skills for interaction with customers and peers.

Responsibilities

• Design various automated equipment and material handling systems.
• Detail and check drawings, develop machine layouts.
• Collaborate with Sales & Estimating departments for concept designs.

Skills

3D Modeling Software (SOLIDWORKS, AUTOCAD)

Developing Conceptual ideas

Experience in Designing Automated Equipment

Industrial Manufacturing Processes

Electro-mechanical components knowledge

Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems knowledge

Robotics & Vision systems knowledge

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Machine Designer for the design of various automated equipment & material handling systems. Immediate position available. Candidate should possess 5+ years of experience in designing special custom machinery and automated material handling systems 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 required for this job:

• Proficient using 3D Modeling Software; SOLIDWORK & AUTOCAD
• Skilled in Developing Conceptual ideas and making Engineering Presentations
• 5+ Years Experience in Designing Automated Equipment & Material Handling Systems
• Knowledgeable in Industrial Manufacturing Processes & Developing 3D Simulations, and
• 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 a (Plus+).
• Knowledgeable in using Microsoft Software i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

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