Mechanical Design Engineer – Automation & Robotics (On-site)

Pasona Inc. (United States); Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasona N A, Inc. in Georgetown, KY is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and manage automation and material-handling projects from concept through installation and start-up. You will work with customers and internal teams to support fabrication, assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning, with travel up to 35%.

The role requires SolidWorks and AutoCAD proficiency, strong project management and communication skills, and Japanese language ability for project coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Japanese language ability required for project communication.
• SolidWorks and AutoCAD proficiency.
• Experience with mechanical design of automated or robotic equipment.
• Understanding of PLC/HMI-controlled machinery.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 35%.

Responsibilities

• Design material-handling and automation systems, including conveyors, robotic systems, machinery, and AGVs.
• Create 3D models, parts, and assemblies using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Manage multiple projects from design through fabrication, installation, and start-up.
• Meet with customers to review requirements, designs, and equipment.
• Oversee internal and outsourced fabrication, assembly, and equipment testing.
• Support machine/robotic system troubleshooting and commissioning.
• Select components/equipment and prepare purchase requisitions.
• Prepare cost estimates, quotations, and customer documentation.
• Coordinate with electrical, controls, sales, suppliers, and fabrication teams.
• Support projects involving PLC/HMI-controlled equipment.
• Maintain project schedules and budgets.

Skills

Japanese language

Project management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Pasona N A, Inc. in Georgetown, KY is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and manage automation and material-handling projects from concept through installation and start-up. You will work with customers and internal teams to support fabrication, assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning, with travel up to 35%.

The role requires SolidWorks and AutoCAD proficiency, strong project management and communication skills, and Japanese language ability for project coordination.