Mechanical Engineer/Machine Design Engineer

iMPact Business Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical insurance

HSA match

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Act (

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) match

Job summary

Impact Business Group is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Grand Rapids, MI to design and develop mechanical systems for custom machinery. You will take concepts through implementation, supporting fabrication and commissioning while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor's in mechanical engineering, 2+ years of design experience with industrial equipment, and proficiency in CAD software and engineering documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 2+ years of mechanical design experience for industrial equipment or automated systems.
• Proficiency with CAD software and engineering documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems and components for custom machinery and automation projects.
• Review requirements and translate specifications into practical engineering solutions.
• Create concept designs and participate in early design reviews.
• Develop detailed designs including assembly drawings, layouts, BOMs, calculations, and manufacturing docs.
• Collaborate with project engineering and manufacturing teams throughout the lifecycle.
• Support fabrication, assembly, testing, and commissioning activities.

Skills

Mechanical design

Industrial equipment experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Design Innovative Mechanical Systems That Power Advanced Manufacturing & Automation(Notravel)

100% employer-paid medical insurance! Our client, a local manufacturer of custom machinery, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer who enjoys bringing complex mechanical systems to life from concept and design through implementation and support. This role offers the opportunity to work on custom equipment and engineered solutions in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where innovation, technical excellence, and practical problem-solving are highly valued. TheMechanicalEngineerwillplayakeyroleindevelopingreliable,efficient,andcost-effectivemechanicaldesignswhilepartneringcloselywithcross-functionalengineeringandmanufacturingteams.Thispositionis idealforsomeonewhothrivesondesigningcustommachinery,improvingprocesses,andcontributingtoprojectsthatdirectlyimpactproductionandoperationalperformanceIfyou'remotivatedbyhands-onengineering,continuousimprovement,andseeingyourdesignsmovefromdrawingstoreal-worldapplications,thisisanexcellentopportunitytogrowyourcareer.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems and components for custom machinery and automation projects
• Review project requirements and translate specifications into practical engineering solutions
• Create concept designs and participate in initial design reviews
• Develop detailed mechanical designs including:
  • Assembly drawings
  • Component layouts
  • Bills of materials
  • Design calculations
  • Manufacturing documentation
• Collaborate with project engineering and cross-functional teams throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensure designs meet performance, quality, scheduling, and cost objectives
• Support fabrication, assembly, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities as needed
• Participate in final design reviews and documentation approvals
• Assist in resolving technical issues and implementing engineering improvements
• Contribute ideas that improve product quality, engineering efficiency, and overall organizational performance
• Maintain effective communication across engineering, manufacturing, and project teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
• 2+ years of experience with mechanical design for industrial equipment or automated systems
• Proficiency with CAD software and engineering documentation

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with pneumatics, hydraulics, and motion systems
• Hands-on experience supporting fabrication or machine assembly
• Exposure to continuous improvement or lean manufacturing initiatives
• Experience collaborating closely with electrical controls and project engineering teams
• Knowledge of industrial equipment design, integration, and startup support

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Opportunity to work on highly customized engineering projects
• Collaborative engineering environment with strong technical teamwork
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing and automation technologies
• Variety of project work across multiple industries and applications
• Ability to make a direct impact on engineering innovation and process improvement
• Career growth opportunities within a stable and technically driven organization

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical insurance
• HSA match
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) match: Employee contributes 6%
• Company matches 4.5%

Titles Encouraged to Apply

• Mechanical Design Engineer
• Manufacturing Engineer
• Project Engineer
• Automation Engineer
• Machine Design Engineer
• Industrial Engineer
• Product Development Engineer