Mechanical Engineer - Custom Automation & Capital Equipment

George Koch Sons, LLC

Caledonia (MI)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
401(k) with match
Paid time off
Travel for installation

Job summary

Koch Finishing Systems in Caledonia, MI, near Grand Rapids, is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to design and deliver custom automated finishing systems, including plating lines, tanks, and material handling, from concept through startup on the shop floor. The role requires a B.S.

in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years of hands-on capital equipment experience, and strong CAD skills (SolidWorks or Inventor).

Qualifications

  • ABET-accredited mechanical engineering degree required.
  • Minimum 5 years of hands-on engineering with custom automated machinery or capital equipment.
  • Experience with tanks, platforms, piping, and material handling equipment is a strong plus.
  • Proficiency in CAD tools and design for fabrication is expected.

Responsibilities

  • Engineer custom automated capital equipment from concept through fabrication and startup.
  • Perform engineering calculations and analysis to support design decisions.
  • Translate customer process requirements into manufacturable equipment solutions.
  • Collaborate with controls, project managers, and fabrication teams.
  • Produce 3D models and production drawings (SolidWorks or Inventor).
  • Support installation and commissioning on site.

Skills

Structural analysis
Pneumatics & hydraulics
CAD software
GD&T
Sheet metal design
Welding design
Project collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks
Autodesk Inventor
CAD/CAM tools
PLM/PDM

Job description

Koch Finishing Systems in Caledonia, MI, near Grand Rapids, is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to design and deliver custom automated finishing systems, including plating lines, tanks, and material handling, from concept through startup on the shop floor. The role requires a B.S.

in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years of hands-on capital equipment experience, and strong CAD skills (SolidWorks or Inventor).

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