Mechanical Designer

BOS Innovations Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base compensation

Annual profit sharing

401(k) employer match

Flexible health and dental plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

BOS Innovations Inc. in Lexington, KY is seeking a Mechanical Designer to craft automation concepts and complete design packages for custom systems.

You will deliver build-ready designs, translate requirements into practical solutions, and collaborate with project, manufacturing, and customer teams to ensure accuracy and timely machine builds. The role emphasizes SolidWorks proficiency, a strong grasp of manufacturing processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement within BOS Standards and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years of mechanical design in automation, custom machinery, or manufacturing.
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks, including complex assemblies and drawings.
• Experience translating customer requirements into build-ready designs.
• Understanding of machining, fabrication, and assembly processes.
• Ability to identify technical risks and manage timelines and budgets.
• Experience collaborating with Applications, Controls, Manufacturing, and Project Management teams.
• Ability to mentor and support junior designers and contribute to design standards.
• Strong communication skills for internal and customer presentations.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical concepts and create designs in SolidWorks for automation systems.
• Research components that meet application and customer requirements.
• Provide guidance to junior design members.
• Communicate with suppliers on specifications, pricing, and lead times.
• Collaborate with Project Management and customer contacts for clarification and CAD data.
• Present concepts at reviews and customer design sessions.
• Create and assemble detailed drawing packages for build teams.
• Document information for Customer Manuals: as-built drawings, BOMs, spare parts, maintenance, and OEM docs.
• Identify and troubleshoot mechanical build issues and develop solutions.
• Support Applications by concept development, cycle time calculations, and estimating labor and purchases.
• Develop RFQs for major mechanical purchases and coordinate with suppliers.
• Review drawing accuracy with Manufacturing to optimize designs.
• Contribute to BOS design standards and participate in design group meetings.

Skills

SolidWorks

Automation concepts

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentor junior designers

Design for manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

At BOS Innovations, we are driven by a clear purpose: to deliver exceptional industrial automation solutions that solve real manufacturing challenges and enable our customers to compete at the highest levels. For over 25 years, we’ve partnered with manufacturers across North America, from automotive to energy to advanced industries -providing intelligent automation systems built on precision, reliability, and innovation.

Guided by our core values of Truth, Excellence, Work Ethics, and Innovation, we are committed to serving our customers and supporting one another with integrity and accountability. At BOS, people come first. We believe in cultivating an environment where talented individuals grow into inspired professionals of character and competence. Our purpose is not only to deliver great technology, but also to develop great people - fostering collaboration, continuous learning, and professional growth.

About the Role

As a Mechanical Designer at BOS Innovations, you will develop automation concepts and deliver complete design packages for custom automation systems. You will be responsible for creating cost-effective, high-quality designs that meet customer specifications and project timelines.

This role requires strong proficiency in SolidWorks, strong understanding of manufacturing processes, and the ability to translate technical requirements into practical, build-ready solutions. You will work closely with project, manufacturing, and customer teams to ensure designs are accurate, efficient, and support successful machine builds.

Location: Lexington, KY
Employment Type: Full Time
Department: Engineering

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop mechanical concepts and create mechanical designs in SolidWorks for automation systems
• Research and identifying mechanical components for projects ensuring they meet application and customer requirements
• Provide guidance and direction to junior design members
• Communicate with suppliers to discuss component specifications, pricing, and lead time
• Interact with Project Management team and customer technical contacts to obtain clarification on customer specifications and to obtain customer information/CAD
• Present concepts/designs at concept reviews, internal design reviews, and at customer design reviews
• Create and assemble detailed drawing packages for the build team, with all necessary tolerance/dimensions, bills of materials, and assembly drawings
• Document information for Customer Manuals: As built Drawing package, BOMs, spare parts lists, maintenance items, and OEM documentation
• Identify, troubleshoot and develop solutions to mechanical build issues
• Support the Applications group by developing concepts, calculating cycle time, estimating design labor, and estimating mechanical purchases
• Develop RFQs for major mechanical system purchases and communicate with the supplier(s) involved
• Work with manufacturing team to review drawing accuracy and identifying ways to optimize the design
• Continuous development, participation and implementation of BOS Standards for Mechanical Design
• Weekly meeting with Mechanical Design group to discuss group initiatives, priorities, workload, address any current issues or inefficiencies within the design group and generate solutions
• Regular communication with Mechanical Design Group Lead to identify priorities and review status of projects
• Attend White Board meetings to present status of design and hear status of other disciplines, as well as get updates on urgent issues

This posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. BOS welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

• Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design within automation, custom machinery, or manufacturing environments
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks (complex assemblies, detailed drawings, and design for manufacturing)
• Demonstrated experience developing automation concepts and translating customer requirements into practical, build-ready designs
• Strong understanding of machining, fabrication, and assembly processes with a focus on design for manufacturability
• Ability to identify technical risks and implement effective design solutions to support project timelines and budgets
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including Applications, Controls, Manufacturing, and Project Management
• Proven ability to mentor and support junior designers, providing technical guidance and contributing to team development and design standards
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present concepts and designs to internal teams and customers

Why Join BOS

Total Rewards

• Competitive base compensation
• Annual profit sharing
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Health & Wellbeing

• Flexible extended health and dental plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Growth & Development

• Leadership and mentorship programs
• Career planning and goal setting
• Internal advancement opportunities

Culture & Community

• Staff appreciation lunches & socials
• Bi-annual company events
• Employee recognition programs