Mechanical Engineer - Conveyor & Packaging Systems

Federal MFG LLC.; Forest (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Life insurance

Generous paid time off

Company matched retirement plan

Job summary

ProMach’s Sentry Equipment division invites a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and continuously improve conveyor and packaging machinery. You will create CAD models, assembly drawings, and BOMs while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability, performance, and cost targets.

Base pay ranges from $75,000 to $115,000 with full medical/dental, life insurance, generous PTO, and a company-matched retirement plan; you’ll be eligible on day one.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in mechanical design.
• Proficient in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor).
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, drive mechanisms, pneumatics, and materials.
• Experience with FEA, tolerance analysis, and mechanical calculations is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop conveyor and packaging equipment components and systems.
• Create and maintain detailed CAD models, assembly drawings, and BOMs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability, functionality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Assist in prototype builds, product testing, and system validation.
• Select appropriate materials, components, and mechanical systems based on engineering principles and performance requirements.
• Modify and improve existing products based on feedback, testing results, and performance metrics.
• Work closely with the assembly team to resolve mechanical issues and support installation activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry and safety standards.

Skills

CAD software

Mechanical design

FEM/FEA

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

ProMach’s Sentry Equipment division invites a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and continuously improve conveyor and packaging machinery. You will create CAD models, assembly drawings, and BOMs while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability, performance, and cost targets.

Base pay ranges from $75,000 to $115,000 with full medical/dental, life insurance, generous PTO, and a company-matched retirement plan; you’ll be eligible on day one.