Mechanical Design Engineer - Automation & Prototyping

Flex Tek; Portland (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Flex-Tek is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to drive automation and manufacturing technology across Flex-Tek sites. You will design tooling and fixtures, build CAD models, and work with controls and vendors to deliver reliable mechanical solutions.

This hands-on role requires a strong shop-floor presence, prototyping, testing, and participation in design reviews. You will help improve safety, quality, throughput, and cost while supporting multiple business segments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 3+ years of mechanical design experience with manufacturing equipment or automation.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software, preferably SolidWorks, with assemblies and drawings.
• Strong knowledge of machining, welding, sheet metal, fabrication, and 3D printing.
• Hands-on, shop-floor, and lab experience with equipment builds.
• Experience with pneumatic/hydraulic systems, conveyors, guarding, and robot support structures.
• Familiarity with GD&T, tolerance stack-up, and drafting standards.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and multi-tasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical tooling, fixtures, guards, and machine components using SolidWorks.
• Create 3D models, drawings, assemblies, and BOMs; ensure CAM-ready details.
• Support prototype builds, test rigs, and equipment trials; participate in reviews.
• Collaborate with controls and electrical teams; coordinate with vendors.
• Lead documentation, standards, and ensure design reuse across sites.
• Assist in safety, reliability, and maintainability improvements.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

Shop floor experience

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Document control / configuration management

Job description

Flex-Tek is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to drive automation and manufacturing technology across Flex-Tek sites. You will design tooling and fixtures, build CAD models, and work with controls and vendors to deliver reliable mechanical solutions.

This hands-on role requires a strong shop-floor presence, prototyping, testing, and participation in design reviews. You will help improve safety, quality, throughput, and cost while supporting multiple business segments.