Mechanical Design Engineer - Industrial - Simsbury, CT

Michael Page; Connecticut; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Access to high level management

401K match

Job summary

MPI is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to conceptualize, design, detail, and document mechanical assemblies and automated equipment for production environments. You will collaborate with internal teams and sometimes interface with customers to translate requirements into cost-efficient engineering solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 3-5 years in automation equipment design, with SolidWorks proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 3-5 years designing industrial automation equipment or mechanical systems.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks strongly preferred).

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and detailed mechanical designs for automated systems and integrated work cells.
• Engineer mechanical components, subassemblies, and custom modifications to industrial automation equipment.
• Design pneumatic systems and specify related components.
• Select appropriate sensors and electrical components to support system functionality.
• Perform engineering analyses and calculations to validate structural integrity, performance, and manufacturability.
• Produce accurate, timely designs using 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred) and technical documentation tools.
• Prepare technical content for customer proposals and project deliverables.
• Maintain organized project files, drawings, and documentation throughout the engineering lifecycle.
• Manage multiple active design projects while meeting deadlines and quality expectations.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies relevant to automation equipment and mechanical design.
• Represent the engineering team with professionalism and a customer‑focused mindset.
• Perform additional engineering support tasks as needed.

Skills

Mechanical design

3-5 years experience

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for conceptualizing, designing, detailing, and documenting mechanical assemblies and automated equipment. You will collaborate with internal teams and occasionally interface with customers to translate requirements into effective, cost‑efficient engineering solutions.

My client is a well‑established industrial automation manufacturer specializing in custom-engineered machinery and automated systems for a wide range of production environments. Known for technical innovation and high‑quality engineering, the organization partners closely with customers to deliver reliable, cost‑effective automation solutions without publicizing its identity.

Description

The Mechanical Design Engineer will report to the Mechanical Engineering Manager and be responsible for:

• Develop both conceptual and detailed mechanical designs for automated systems and integrated work cells.


• Engineer mechanical components, subassemblies, and custom modifications to industrial automation equipment.


• Design pneumatic systems and specify related components.


• Select appropriate sensors and electrical components to support system functionality.


• Perform engineering analyses and calculations to validate structural integrity, performance, and manufacturability.


• Produce accurate, timely designs using 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred) and technical documentation tools.


• Prepare technical content for customer proposals and project deliverables.


• Maintain organized project files, drawings, and documentation throughout the engineering lifecycle.


• Manage multiple active design projects while meeting deadlines and quality expectations.


• Stay informed on emerging technologies relevant to automation equipment and mechanical design.


• Represent the engineering team with professionalism and a customer‑focused mindset.


• Perform additional engineering support tasks as needed.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.


• 3-5 years of experience designing industrial automation equipment, machinery, or mechanical systems.


• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks strongly preferred).


• Strong command of Microsoft Office tools.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and work independently or as part of a project team.


• High attention to detail and commitment to engineering accuracy.

Job Offer

• Competitive compensation


• Access to high level management


• 401K match

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.