Mechanical Engineer

Banner Engineering; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

PTO

Job summary

Banner Engineering seeks a Mechanical Engineer II to lead the mechanical design for robotic machine-tending applications and dedicated manufacturing cells. You will own the entire mechanical package from concept through production launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust automation solutions.

The role requires strong 3D CAD, GD&T, and DFx skills, with hands-on experience in fixtures, tooling, and safety considerations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or closely related field.
• Approximately 5+ years of experience designing manufacturing equipment, automation, fixtures, or machine components.
• Strong 3D CAD, mechanical drawing, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and design-for-manufacturing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of robotic machine-tending applications and dedicated cells.
• Translate manufacturing-process requirements into mechanical concepts and layouts.
• Design end-of-arm tooling, guarding, and fixtures for automation systems.
• Create and release complete mechanical design packages with 3D models, drawings, and BOMs.
• Coordinate fabrication, assembly, and testing with internal teams and suppliers.
• Support installation, debugging, validation, and production handoff; manage project activity.

Skills

3D CAD

GD&T

Tolerance analysis

DFM (design for manufacturing)

Robotics/machine-tending

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Job Category: Engineering/Operations Engineering

Requisition Number: MECHA002985

• Posted : August 3, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Minneapolis, MN 55428, USA

• Pay or shift range: $82,245 USD to $116,033 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Why Work at Banner?

For over 50 years, Banner Engineering has beenat the forefront of industrial automation. We offer products and solutions including award-winning sensors, wireless solutions, machine safety,indicationand LED lighting. From Fortune 500 leaders to innovative startups, Banner's award-winning products and solutions are helping companies around the world increase efficiency, reduce costs, safeguard equipment, and protect personnel.Our commitment to innovation shows through a continuous, market-driven evolution of products andtechnology.With engineers employed innearly everymajor department, engineering is in our DNA.

Banner is a rapidly growing company that offers many personal development opportunities, an excellent benefits package, and a collaborative team of employees who are passionate about what they do.

Pay and Benefits

Banner Engineering is committed to offering competitive pay and benefits, including, but not limited to:

• 401(k) with match
• Student Loan 401(k) match program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with company contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Sales and Profit Sharing Elegibility
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance

BasePay Range: $ 82,245 - $ 116,033

*Please notesome career sites assign estimated compensation ranges that may not accurately reflect what is offered by Banner Engineering.

Position Summary

The MechanicalEngineer II is the mechanical lead for robotic machine-tending applications, dedicated multi-operationmanufacturing cells, and production fixtures supporting Banner’s manufacturing operations. This hands-onroletranslates manufacturing-process requirements into practical, reliable mechanical solutions—frominitialconceptthrough production launch.

Workingwithin a systems team,MechanicalEngineer II develops themechanical architecture for automation equipment, includingwork holding, fixtures, end-of-arm tooling, partpresentation, machine interfaces, and safeguarding. The role owns the complete mechanical design package, including 3Dmodels, drawings, GD&T, bills of material,componentselection, and build-ready documentation.

This position coordinates fabrication and assembly with internal technicians and external suppliers; providestechnical direction to designers, technicians, and vendors; andremainsactively involved through installation, debug,validation, and production handoff. The engineer also incorporates machine-safety requirements into equipment designsand contributes to risk assessments in partnership with EHS.

The ideal candidate brings strongmechanical-engineeringfundamentals, practicalautomated equipmentand fixture-design experience, and the ability to independently lead the mechanical work for assigned automation projects.

This isa technical-leadposition without direct people-managementresponsibility. Thisposition reportstothe Engineering Manager.

According to the FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act), this position is classified as:

• Exempt, based on the Professional Exemption

WhatYou’llBe Doing

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving manufacturing problems through creative mechanical design and working closely with cross-functional engineering and production teams.

KeyResponsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of robotic machine-tending applications, dedicated manufacturing cells, assembly,fixtures, and productionwork holding.
• Translatemanufacturing-processrequirements into mechanical concepts, layouts, and practical automation solutions.
• Design end-of-arm tooling, part presentation and handling systems, machine interfaces, guarding, and supporting fixtures.
• Create and release complete mechanical design packages, including 3D models, detailed drawings, GD&T, bills of material,componentspecifications, and assembly documentation.
• WorkwiththeSystemsteamto integrate mechanical equipment withrobot, controls,sensor, and programming requirements.
• Incorporatemachine-safetyrequirements into equipment designs and contribute to risk assessments with EHS andSystems Engineering.
• Coordinate fabrication,purchasing, assembly, and modification of equipment with internal technicians, designers,vendors, and suppliers.
• Provide technical direction and design guidance to designers, technicians, and vendors supporting assigned projects.
• Support equipment installation, debugging, validation, and production launch; troubleshoot mechanical issues andimplement robust corrective actions.
• Manage mechanical project activities for assigned work, including estimates, schedules, design risks, suppliercoordination, and status communication.
• Assistincontinuous improvementprojects that increase manufacturing efficiency, product quality, ergonomics, and long-term equipment maintainability.

What You Bring to the Table

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, and regular attendance isrequired. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilityrequiredto perform this job. Reasonableaccommodationmay be made to support individuals with disabilities.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineeringor a closely related engineering field.
• Approximately 5+ years of experience designing manufacturing equipment, automation, fixtures, or machine components.
• Strong 3D CAD, mechanical-drawing, GD&T, tolerance-analysis, and design-for-manufacturing skills.
• Experience designing robotic machine-tending equipment, including end-of-arm tooling,work holding, partpresentation, machine interfaces, and guarding.
• Practical knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication, assembly, pneumatics, vacuum systems, sensors, andcommon mechanical components.
• Ability to create complete, build-ready mechanical design packages and coordinate fabrication with internal andexternal resources.
• Hands-on experience supporting equipment installation, debugging, validation, and production launch.
• Working knowledge ofmachine-safetyprinciples and ability to contribute to equipment risk assessments.

Preferred

• Experience withcobotsand/or industrial robots in manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with selecting and integrating conveyors, linear motion, actuators, grippers, andmaterial-handlingcomponents.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position may provide technical direction to technicians or junior engineers and lead project efforts but typically does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.

What to Expect at Work

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodationmay be made to support individuals with disabilities.

• Sit for up to 8 hours per day.
• Continuous movement, walking, or standing.
• Exposed to a computer screen forextended periods
• May require repetitive motions such asutilizea computer mouse, keyboard, computer, and other standard office equipment.
• Communicate with othersfrequently.
• Occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work on-site in a manufacturing environment and travel to other facilities when needed.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those you mayencounterwhile performing the essential functions of this job.

• Corporateoffice environment – indoor and climate-controlled
• Exposure to various manufacturing, warehousing, or related industrial locations.
• Exposure tomoderate noise, moving mechanical parts, and temperature changes in production areas.
• PPE may berequiredin specific areas (e.g., safety glasses, hearing protection)
• Standard hours Monday through Friday; occasional overtime or travel may berequired

Core Values

Customer Driven, Accountability Focused, Integrity Always, New Solutions – Every Day

If you excel in a dynamic, collaborative environment and are looking for meaningful challenges and opportunities to grow,you’llfind a great fit here. Banner Engineering is a premier employer headquartered in MN, offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development as we rapidly grow in the Industrial Automation industry.

Banner Engineering is an equal opportunity employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Affirmative Action (AA)/Equal Opportunity Employer(EOE) M/F/D/V

This job description reflects management’s assignment of key responsibilities;

itdoes not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

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