Mechanical Engineer – Design Custom Machinery & Fluid Power

HMS Products Co; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

HMS Products & Dallas Industries in Troy, Michigan, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to join the engineering team responsible for custom coil handling, press feeding, metal stamping, and industrial machinery.

The role offers flexibility based on experience and may involve leading projects, performing design work, or mentoring other engineers within a collaborative cross-functional environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, machine design, or related manufacturing environment.
• Experience with hydraulic, pneumatic, and/or lubrication systems preferred.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
• Experience with DraftSight, AutoCAD, or similar 2D drafting software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop custom machinery, mechanical systems, assemblies, and components.
• Create 3D models, assemblies, layouts, and manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks.
• Design hydraulic, pneumatic, and lubrication systems and develop related schematics.
• Prepare BOMs, assembly drawings, fabrication details, and other engineering documentation.
• Perform engineering calculations and select appropriate mechanical and fluid power components.
• Support projects from concept and design through fabrication, assembly, testing, and production.
• Troubleshoot design and manufacturing issues and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Controls, Electrical, Sales, Service, and Project Management.
• Participate in design reviews, project planning, customer discussions, and technical problem solving.
• Support estimates, proposals, project scopes, budgets, and schedules as appropriate.
• Work with customers and suppliers on technical requirements and component selection.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers and team members as appropriate.
• Support installation, commissioning, field service, and customer troubleshooting when needed.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD

SolidWorks

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

DraftSight

2D drafting

Job description

HMS Products & Dallas Industries in Troy, Michigan, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to join the engineering team responsible for custom coil handling, press feeding, metal stamping, and industrial machinery.

The role offers flexibility based on experience and may involve leading projects, performing design work, or mentoring other engineers within a collaborative cross-functional environment.