Mechanical Engineer

Autonomy Staffing; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Free coffee on-site

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Autonomy Staffing is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support a leading coffee equipment manufacturer in Renton, WA. The role focuses on automating and improving electromechanical systems, with hands-on design, testing, and collaboration across engineering, support, sales, and manufacturing.

The candidate will work on new product development, sustaining engineering, and manufacturing support while ensuring compliance with UL, NSF, ETL, and CE certifications.

Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical engineering in product development or manufacturing support.
• Strong CAD and documentation skills using standard methods.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to new product development and sustaining engineering.
• Design and improve automated systems for espresso machines.
• Work with electromechanical and fluid systems in R&D and production.
• Create and review engineering CAD models and drawings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, support, sales, and manufacturing.
• Ensure compliance with industry certifications such as UL, NSF, ETL, and CE.

Skills

Motion control

Sensors (pressure/temperature/position

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Infor/Syteline ERP

Smartsheet

Job description

Autonomy Staffing is hiring a Mechanical Engineer to support our client, a leading manufacturer of high-quality commercial espresso and super-automatic bean-to-cup machines. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative coffee equipment, integrating automation, electromechanical systems, and advanced design.

Why You Should Apply:

• Work on cutting-edge engineering projects involving automation, software integration, and mechanical systems.
• Be part of a highly skilled team with opportunities for growth and hands-on innovation.
• Join a company where engineering meets passion for coffee in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Receive comprehensive benefits, including 401(k) with company match, generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision plans, and free coffee on-site.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to new product development, sustaining engineering, and manufacturing support projects.
• Design and improve automated systems for espresso and bean-to-cup machines.
• Work hands-on with electromechanical and fluid systems, applying problem-solving skills in both R&D and production environments.
• Create and review engineering CAD models and drawings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, technical support, sales, and manufacturing.
• Ensure compliance with industry certifications such as UL, NSF, ETL, and CE.
• Continuously improve product designs and enhance the user experience.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• At least four years of engineering experience in product development, automation, or manufacturing support.
• Proficiency in motion control, pressure, temperature, and positional sensor systems.
• Strong skills in SolidWorks for design, analysis, and documentation.
• Knowledge of ANSI drawing standards, tolerancing, and GD&T.
• Ability to perform thermal, structural (static and dynamic), and flow analysis.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory testing and manufacturing troubleshooting.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with liquid dispensing systems.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Infor/Syteline.
• Understanding of manufacturing methodologies like Kaizen, just-in-time, and batch processing.
• Passion for coffee and knowledge of the industry.
• Experience with Smartsheet and firmware development.
• This position requires on-site work in Renton, WA.
• Candidates must reside within commuting distance or be willing to relocate without assistance.