Mechanical Design Engineer – Robotic Automation (6-Month)

Qualified Professional and Technical; Port Huron (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualified Professional and Technical is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with robotics automation experience in Port Huron, MI. The role focuses on hands-on design, programming, and troubleshooting across mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and control systems within a manufacturing environment.

The engineer will design fixtures, program and support robotic equipment, and collaborate across engineering and manufacturing teams to advance active automation projects.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in mechanical design, automation, or manufacturing engineering.
• Strong SolidWorks 2D and 3D CAD experience.
• Hands-on robotic automation programming and troubleshooting.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and controls issues.
• Experience with robotic fixtures, automation equipment, or machine design.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal training.
• Experience supporting equipment startup, debugging, testing, and implementation.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and modify automation fixtures using SolidWorks 2D and 3D CAD.
• Program, troubleshoot, and support robotic automation equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and controls issues.
• Support projects from design through implementation.
• Develop and modify fixtures for robotic systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment and identify root causes.
• Support fixture development, testing, installation, and startup.
• Collaborate with engineering, controls, manufacturing, and machine build teams.
• Apply mechanical design, pneumatic concepts, and electrical controls knowledge.
• Support prototype builds, modifications, and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Robotic automation programming

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Documentation skills

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Manufacturing/related discipline

Tools

SolidWorks 2D/3D CAD

CAD software familiarity

Job description

Qualified Professional and Technical is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with robotics automation experience in Port Huron, MI. The role focuses on hands-on design, programming, and troubleshooting across mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and control systems within a manufacturing environment.

The engineer will design fixtures, program and support robotic equipment, and collaborate across engineering and manufacturing teams to advance active automation projects.