Mechanical Design Engineer - Automation & Robotic Welding

Lincoln Electric; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 77,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Target Bonus 8%

Job summary

Lincoln Electric Automation is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design custom automation equipment, tooling, and robotic welding systems. This role supports projects from concept through installation, ensuring solutions meet customer requirements, project schedules, quality standards, and budget objectives.

Lead mechanical design efforts for standard automation cells and tooling projects; develop 3D models and BOMs; review drawings; ensure designs meet specs, budget, and schedule.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and 2D detailing. SolidWorks is highly desired. We do some work in Creo.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Knowledge of limits and fits, machine design principles, and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with automated equipment, tooling, or industrial machinery.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to travel up to 25%; however travel is usually minimal for this role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Automated manufacturing, robotics, or welding automation systems experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design automated tooling, fixtures, and welding systems.
• Lead mechanical design efforts for standard automation cells and tooling projects.
• Develop and maintain 3D models, detailed drawings, and BOMs.
• Ensure designs meet customer specifications, internal standards, budget, and schedule requirements.
• Conduct concept, internal, and customer design reviews.
• Verify designs for functionality, ergonomics, maintainability, weld access, poka-yoke, and serviceability.
• Review and release drawings, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Support equipment build, integration, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities.
• Coordinate component procurement and support project execution through completion.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support the Company's RISE Strategy.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

2D detailing

SolidWorks

Creo

GD&T

Engineering drawings

Manufacturing processes

Travel up to 25%

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Job description

Lincoln Electric Automation is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design custom automation equipment, tooling, and robotic welding systems. This role supports projects from concept through installation, ensuring solutions meet customer requirements, project schedules, quality standards, and budget objectives.

Lead mechanical design efforts for standard automation cells and tooling projects; develop 3D models and BOMs; review drawings; ensure designs meet specs, budget, and schedule.