Mechanical Engineer

BluePrint Automation Inc.; Chesterfield (MO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

20 days PTO

401(k) with 6% match

Job summary

Blueprint Automation Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for our South Chesterfield, VA location. You will design system components, manage master layouts, and work with controls and software teams to ensure performance within budget and schedule.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Eng. with 5+ years in manufacturing/robotics, SolidWorks/PDM proficiency, and strong problem-solving skills. Occasional travel may be required; we offer a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) with 5+ years in manufacturing/engineering involving robotics.
• Proficient in SolidWorks/PDM environments.
• Advanced knowledge of pneumatic systems, fabrication techniques, and materials.
• Programming experience in SQL, C#, C++, VBA, or Python preferred.
• Demonstrated ability in machine design and teamwork with a focus on client satisfaction and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems from concept through acceptance testing.
• Own master layout and all aspects of mechanical design, coordinating with other engineers.
• Collaborate with Controls and Software teams to ensure performance and timelines.
• Travel to customer sites as needed to resolve field issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned; occasional travel may be required.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Client satisfaction awareness

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks/PDM

SQL

C#

C++

VBA

Python

Pneumatic systems

Fabrication techniques

Job description

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Mechanical Engineer

Full-time Regular South Chesterfield, VA, South Chesterfield, VA, US

Company Overview:

At Blueprint Automation, we design, develop and manufacture case packers and tray packing solutions for flexible and other tough-to-handle packages such as doypacks, pillow bags, and four-sided sealed bags. Built for around-the-clock operation, these solutions have a worldwide reputation for their quick change-over, flexibility, speed, and comprehensive design. Our Integrated state-of-the-art technologies include gravity, pick and place, wrap-around, and vision-guided robotics.

We are absolutely passionate about innovation. It adds the fun and inspiration to our work that people need to excel. Our customers stimulate innovation by developing new needs, and we are on a never-ending quest to find a better, simpler way. BPA has no innovation budget. Innovation is what we are.

Position:

We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer at our South Chesterfield, VA location.

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the mechanical design of system components, and standard and custom machine design. This includes responsibility for the master layout and all aspects of the mechanical design, working with and coordinating other mechanical engineers on projects, controls, and software engineers to make sure the design meets performance, budget, and timeline requirements.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for the mechanical design of systems from concept through acceptance testing.
• Responsible for master layout and all aspects of the mechanical design, working with and coordinating other mechanical engineers on the project, controls, and software engineers to make sure the design meets performance, budget, and timeline requirements.
• Works closely with the entire Mechanical Engineering department.
• Cooperate closely with all other departments (Controls, Software, Purchasing, Fabrication, Applications, and Service).
• Help generate technical concepts, layouts, technical calculations, and cost calculations.
• Makes customer site visits as necessary to help solve field issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/ Experience & Qualifications:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing or a related program and 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment that involves robotic experience preferably in the packaging automation industry. However, a combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration
• Proficient in SolidWorks/PDM environments
• Advanced knowledge in pneumatic systems, fabrication techniques, and materials
• Programming experience in either SQL, C#, C++, VBA, or Python preferred
• Demonstrated ability in machine design, preferred experience in the field of packaging/robotic machines required.
• Applicants must possess excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interact and work as a team with other mechanical engineers required.
• High awareness of client satisfaction level and client needs is a must.
• The successful candidate will be a strong problem solver with meticulous attention to detail.

At this time, BPA will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

BPA prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive an employment offer will be required to pass a drug screen and background check successfully.

BPA offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. In addition, we offer a robust benefits package including a majority employer-paid employee health, dental, vision, life, and disability; 20 days’ PTO during the first year of employment, as well as 401(k) with a 6% match after 1 year.

• majority employer-paid employee health, dental, vision, life, and disability
• 20 days’ PTO during the first year of employment
• 401(k) with a 6% match after 1 year

BPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.